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Mathematical Models in Mechanics

10 Olympic Starters
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10 Olympic Starters

Age
16 to 18
Challenge level
1 out of 3

10 intriguing starters related to the mechanics of sport.

Placeholder: several colourful numbers
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Slides

Age
16 to 18
Challenge level
1 out of 3

How fast will you slide down these slides?

Pole vaulting
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Pole Vaulting

Age
16 to 18
Challenge level
1 out of 3

Consider the mechanics of pole vaulting

Model solutions
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Model Solutions

Age
16 to 18
Challenge level
1 out of 3

How do these modelling assumption affect the solutions?

A BASE jumper with a red parachute.
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Modelling Assumptions in Mechanics

An article demonstrating mathematically how various physical modelling assumptions affect the solution to the seemingly simple problem of the projectile.