Trigonometric parameterisations and circular motion

What this note covers

1. Circular path
2. Constant speed
3. Ellipse
4. Helix
5. Arc length of a helix
6. Phase and starting point
7. Circular motion and phase: position, velocity, acceleration and arcs
8. Ellipse versus helix: speed variation, tangent vectors and exact length

8 sections · 10 key terms & formulas · 6 common mistakes