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ap physics 1 - rotational kinematics & torque

originally streamed in 2020 with Kelley CommefordTeacher
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Learn rotational dynamics for AP Physics 1, covering torque, angular motion, and rotational kinematics. This video walks through key concepts like angular velocity, angular acceleration, and torque calculations with worked examples including bicycle ...more

curriculum note

This video refers to rotational kinematics and torque as 'Unit 7,' which reflects the old AP Physics 1 curriculum numbering. In the current AP Physics 1 course, this content is covered in Unit 5 – Torque and Rotational Dynamics. The video also references an outdated exam format (MCQ removed, only two FRQs) that no longer applies.

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units
Unit 5 – Torque and Rotational Dynamics
topics
5.1 Rotational Kinematics5.2 Connecting Linear and Rotational Motion5.3 Torque5.4 Rotational Inertia5.5 Rotational Equilibrium and Newton's First Law in Rotational Form5.6 Newton's Second Law in Rotational Form

timestamps

  • 0:00

    Welcome and Introduction

  • 0:50

    Session Overview

  • 1:23

    Social Media and Events

  • 1:58

    Upcoming Physics Streams

  • 2:29

    Rotational Kinematics Introduction

  • 3:01

    Linear vs Rotational Quantities

  • 4:06

    Angular Relationships

  • 5:07

    Kinematic Equations Analogy

  • 6:10

    Equation Sheet Reminder

  • 6:41

    Radial and Tangential Acceleration

  • 7:11

    Bicycle Wheel Example

  • 9:51

    Initial Angular Velocity

  • 10:24

    Angular Acceleration Calculation

  • 13:48

    Wheel Distance Rolled

  • 14:52

    Torque and Force Relationship

  • 15:55

    Lever Arm Explanation

  • 16:58

    Torque Zero Conditions

  • 17:28

    String on Wheel Practice

  • 19:41

    Torque Calculation Solution

  • 22:52

    Long Wrenches Effectiveness

  • 24:00

    Rotational Newton's Law

  • 25:37

    Meter Stick Example

  • 27:13

    Free Body Diagram

  • 28:48

    Torque Equations Setup

  • 33:43

    Solving for Mass

  • 36:57

    Pulley System Example

  • 39:52

    Forces and Torques Analysis

  • 41:59

    Alpha and Acceleration Relation

  • 44:42

    Tension Calculation

  • 46:59

    Result and Checks

  • 49:12

    Upcoming Sessions Reminder

  • 50:49

    Questions and Closing

  • 52:19

    Goodbye

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