key term - Rotational Kinematics Equations

Definition

Rotational kinematics equations are mathematical formulas used to describe the relationships between angular displacement, angular velocity, angular acceleration, and time for objects undergoing rotational motion.

Related terms

Linear Motion Equations: Mathematical formulas used to describe relationships between displacement, velocity, acceleration, and time for objects undergoing linear motion.

Conservation of Angular Momentum:

The principle that states the total angular momentum of a system remains constant if no external torques act on it.

Rotational Dynamics:

The study of how forces cause rotational motion and how objects respond to those forces.