This is a collection of mechanics problems organised by curriculum content. More topics are available in the mechanics curriculum mapping pages.
problem
Favourite
Speed-time problems at the Olympics
Age
14 to 16
Challenge level
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to race against Usain Bolt?
problem
Favourite
Cannon Balls
Age
16 to 18
Challenge level
How high will a ball taking a million seconds to fall travel?
problem
Favourite
Dangerous driver?
Age
16 to 18
Challenge level
Was it possible that this dangerous driving penalty was issued in
error?
problem
Speedo
Age
16 to 18
Challenge level
Investigate the relationship between speeds recorded and the distance travelled in this kinematic scenario.
problem
Board and spool
Age
16 to 18
Challenge level
Think about this mechanical configuation and compute the time taken for the man to reach the spool