Curated OER
Force Vectors
In this forces worksheet, students determine the x and y components of each of the force vectors given. Students calculate the force of tension, frictional force, and draw force diagrams. This worksheet has 6 problems to solve.
Curated OER
Vector Lab
Here is a math lab that helps young mathematicians understand the real-life meaning for vector addition. By building a model using spring scales and washers as weight, and then calculating the vector addition using two different methods,...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12 Exploration Series: Simulations: Physics: Portrait Gallery
[Free Registration/Login Required] Learn about adding force vectors in two dimensions using the example of a painting hanging from two strings. Experiment with variables of weight and angles to hang a portrait in this physics simulation....
Concord Consortium
Concord Consortium: Molecular Workbench: Shock Wave Propagation
Adjust variables in this shock wave propagation simulation. Observe the density and pressure waves.
Physics Classroom
The Physics Classroom: Circular and Satellite Motion: Orbital Motion Interactive
This simulation of a satellite's elliptical motion around a central body allows students to alter the eccentricity of the orbit while learning about velocity and force vectors.
Physics Classroom
The Physics Classroom: Motion/forces in Two Dimensions: Perpendicular Components
This physics tutorial provides students illustrated examples and interactive practice problems containing perpendicular components of motion.
Exploratorium
Exploratorium: Science Snacks: Vector Toy
Try this walking toy activity to learn about the directional forces that act on it to control its movements.