Engineering Dynamics: 2D Motion of Particles and Rigid Bodies

Engineering is defined by how objects move and interact within a system. Understanding the physics behind motion is essential for designing and analyzing everything from simple mechanical linkages to complex structural components. This course provides a clear path to mastering the dynamics of objects moving in two-dimensional space. You will gain a solid foundation in planar dynamics, learning how to describe motion mathematically and predict exactly how objects respond to various internal and external forces. By the end of this course, you will be able to translate physical movement into engineering equations to solve real-world problems. What you'll learn: - Understand the fundamental principles of particle kinematics and kinetics - Analyze the geometry of motion including position, velocity, and acceleration over time - Apply Newton's laws to solve problems involving forces and moments in 2D - Calculate work, energy, impulse, and momentum for rigid body systems - Model planar motion for engineering structures and mechanical components - Explore modern computational approaches to setting up and solving dynamics equations The course begins with essential terminology and the mathematical description of motion before moving into force analysis and energy methods. You will progress through written explanations and practical exercises that bridge theoretical physics with applied engineering scenarios. This course is designed for beginners and students starting their engineering journey; no prior experience in dynamics is required. Start building your understanding of engineering systems in motion today.