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UNIVERSITY OF BUCHAREST
FACULTY OF PHYSICS Guest
2024-11-22 1:46 |
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Conference: Bucharest University Faculty of Physics 2024 Meeting
Section: Polymer Physics
Title:
From Bungee Jumping to Rocket Motion: educational approach in the framework of computational methods for natural science domain
Authors:
Vladut GIDEA(1), Gabriel CALITA(1), Stefania Loredana NITA(2), Marius ROGOBETE(3), Marius Iulian MIHAILESCU(1), and Valentina MARASCU(1,4)
Affiliation:
1) Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science, Scientific Research Center in Mathematics and Computer Science, SPIRU HARET University, 46G Fabricii, Bucharest, Romania
2) Institute for Computers, Bucharest, Romania
3) Harman International, Bucharest, Romania
4) National Institute for Laser, Plasma and Radiation Physics, 409 Atomistilor str., RO-077125, Magurele, Romania
E-mail
valentina.marascu@gmail.com
Keywords:
computational methods; python models; educational approaches
Abstract:
The process of computational modeling in bungee jumping entails the utilization of differential equations to predict the velocity of the jumper. This is achieved by examining the interplay of gravitational, elastic, and air resistance forces. This model serves the dual purpose of elucidating the mechanics of bungee jumping and serving as an educational instrument for illustrating complex dynamics in a user-friendly environment. Conversely, rocket motion, an essential component of aeronautical engineering, involves an intricate interplay between forces and alterations in mass. For example, computational models of rocket motion clarify the fundamental principles of propulsion, conservation of mass, and conversion of energy, offering students a deep understanding of the intricacies of space travel and rocket engineering. Our work utilized a range of physics models, which were generated using the Python programming language, to emphasize the underlying physics principles. The performed simulations can bridge the gap between theoretical physics and practical, real-life applications, making them both unique and helpful for educational reasons. Incorporating computational physics into the teaching of bungee leaping, rocket motion, and scuba diving not only improves the learning process but also greatly boosts safety and operational efficiency in these fields. This exemplifies the symbiotic relationship between physics education and its pragmatic application in specialized domains.
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