Differential equations

  • Earth orbit
    problem

    Earth Orbit

    Age
    16 to 18
    Challenge level
    3 out of 3

    Follow in the steps of Newton and find the path that the earth follows around the sun.

  • A red fox standing on a log.
    problem

    Predator - Prey Systems

    Age
    16 to 18
    Challenge level
    3 out of 3

    See how differential equations might be used to make a realistic model of a system containing predators and their prey.

  • The real hydrogen atom
    problem

    The Real Hydrogen Atom

    Age
    16 to 18
    Challenge level
    3 out of 3

    Dip your toe into the world of quantum mechanics by looking at the Schrodinger equation for hydrogen atoms

  • A BASE jumper with a red parachute.
    article

    Modelling Assumptions in Mechanics

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