Projectile motion and uniform circular motion via vectors

What this note covers

1. 1. Vectors as a modelling language for motion
2. 2. Deriving parametric equations from the vector ODE
3. 3. General launch from a non-origin position and non-zero elevation
4. 4. Velocity, speed, and direction of motion at any point
5. 5. Uniform circular motion: position, velocity, and centripetal acceleration
6. 6. Angular velocity vector and rotating reference: deeper analysis
7. 7. Combined and exam-style problem types

7 sections · 12 key terms & formulas · 5 common mistakes