About this Simulation

This pendulum simulator models the motion of a swinging pendulum and demonstrates the principles of simple harmonic motion. Learners can adjust parameters such as length, mass, and amplitude, then observe how the pendulum behaves in real time. Multiple graph views display position, velocity, and acceleration data to reveal the periodic nature of oscillations.

Learning objectives: Understand the relationship between pendulum length and period | Analyze position, velocity, and acceleration graphs during oscillatory motion | Investigate energy conservation in pendulum systems