Physics of Rolling Down an Inclined Plane - Experiment and Theory

Physics Ninja looks at the physics of solid objects rolling down an inclined plane without slipping. Rolling races between various objects are performed and the results are analyzed to better understand rotational inertia and how to apply Newton's laws and energy methods to rolling problems.

[@stevendee6800]

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[@PhysicsNinja]

Glad you found my work useful. Best of luck with your class.

[@andiniaulia5674]

Incredible video!!!! Explained beautifully!

[@visual_safety]

Thank you so much! This video was a great help

[@premgandhi3558]

Thank you for this video. Great explanation

[@avazali-sharifi]

Very good explanation

[@rite7493]

so what ur saying is that the radius would have 0 effect in determining the acceleration on a ramp? How about if the cylinder/sphere was placed on a set of rails? would the acceleration remain constant?

[@Ryan.......]

Correct. In an idealized paper problem with no rolling resistance, drag, etc., radius is not a factor. The solution would be the same for any surface with no rolling resistance and no slip.

[@BirhanuKassahun-hv3so]

Nice