Newton's laws: free-body diagrams, inclines, mass-flow and horizontal circular motion

What this note covers

1. Newton's three laws stated precisely
2. Free-body diagrams and resolving forces
3. Objects on inclined slopes
4. Weight problems, lifts and connected bodies
5. Mass-change systems: hoses, jets, rotors and ion drives
6. Horizontal circular motion
7. Exam technique for force problems

7 sections · 11 key terms & formulas · 6 common mistakes