What are some ideas for simulating Newton's cradle with C# and XNA?

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In summary, the conversation is about a college student who has chosen to simulate Newton's cradle for a program. They are asking for any helpful information or suggestions and mention wanting to work with C# and XNA for graphics. The main issue will be simulating the near elastic collisions and compression of the balls. A thread on Physics Forums is mentioned as a resource for this topic.
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hello everybody. .
i am a college student. . and this year we are to write a program to simulate a physical phenomenon. . i chose Newton's cradle. .
so please if anyone has any precious info about this topic, or if anyone wants to suggest another topic for me to work on. . write it here. .
i know nothing about simulation. . they want us to learn that by ourselves. .
i want to work with C# and make graphics with XNA. .
i want any ideas. . any info. . anything beneficial for this issue. .
thanx a lot ppl. .
 
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Related to What are some ideas for simulating Newton's cradle with C# and XNA?

What is a Newton's cradle simulation?

A Newton's cradle simulation is a virtual representation of the physical device invented by Sir Isaac Newton. It consists of a series of suspended metal balls that demonstrate the conservation of momentum and energy through a series of collisions.

How does a Newton's cradle simulation work?

In a Newton's cradle simulation, the balls are typically represented by small spheres that are connected by thin rods. When one ball is lifted and released, it collides with the stationary balls, transferring its momentum and energy to the last ball in the chain, causing it to swing out and then back. This process continues until all the balls have been set into motion and eventually come to a stop due to friction.

What is the purpose of a Newton's cradle simulation?

A Newton's cradle simulation is primarily used for educational and entertainment purposes. It helps to demonstrate principles of physics, such as conservation of momentum and energy, in a visual and interactive way. It can also be used as a stress-relieving desk toy.

What factors affect the motion of a Newton's cradle simulation?

The motion of a Newton's cradle simulation is affected by several factors, including the mass and size of the balls, the length of the rods connecting them, and the force and angle at which the first ball is released. These variables can be adjusted in a simulation to observe the effects on the overall motion.

Can a Newton's cradle simulation be used to make predictions?

While a Newton's cradle simulation can accurately demonstrate the laws of physics involved in the device, it is not a perfect representation of a real-life Newton's cradle. Therefore, predictions made based on the simulation may not always be accurate. Other factors, such as air resistance and imperfections in the materials, can affect the motion in real life.

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