Class 11 Physics simulations · Oscillations

Damped harmonic motion

Add velocity-dependent resistance to a spring–mass system.

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What to notice

Damping removes mechanical energy and reduces the oscillation amplitude over time.

Key relation

x = A₀e^(−bt/2m) cos(ωdt)

Try this

Increase damping and compare the amplitude envelope.

What you can change

• Mass: 1 to 3 kg
• Spring stiffness: 10 to 40 N/m
• Damping coefficient: 0.2 to 5 kg/s

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