This simulation models one-dimensional waves created by particles connected via springs. Learners can observe how waves propagate through a medium, how individual particles oscillate as waves pass, and how varying parameters affect wave behaviour. The visualization shows the real-time motion of each particle and the resulting wave pattern formation.
Learning objectives: Understand how waves propagate through elastic media | Observe the relationship between particle oscillation and wave motion | Investigate how spring stiffness and particle mass affect wave properties
Wave in 1D of Particles and Springs (This simulation is adapted from "Wave in 2D of Particles and Springs" by Fu-Kwun Hwang, Loo Kang WEE [CC-BY-NC-SA 4.0] via Open Source Physics)
Fu-Kwun Hwang; Loo Kang Wee
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