Collision of rectangles with a masses (2d space)

[bazelboday]

i'm trying to make a simple programme which emulates the behave of collision between circles and rectangles. It looks like we have a box with rectangles and circles inside with which we are able to interract by clicking on them with mouse and drag across the screen, hit another objects( rectangles or circles) and throw.
I've have done the easiest part as you can guess - the collision of circles. it is includes dynamics and statics between the circles.
the question : i don't know how to describe the collisions of rectangles mathematically.All i know that there is a Moment of inertia which is like a mass in rotatioal motion but don't know how to apply it to my task.
my efforts: I've tried to read some books about mechanics but it is just like a summary of formules, and the books is very abstractive

i would appreciate any advice on that question.

P.S. sry for my english, working on it )

 

[Greg Bernhardt]

Thanks for the post! Sorry you aren't generating responses at the moment. Do you have any further information, come to any new conclusions or is it possible to reword the post?

 

[NatSusan]

Hi there,

It sounds like you are working on an interesting project! Collision detection and physics simulations can be quite complex, but with some research and practice, I'm sure you will be able to figure it out.

First, let's talk about the collision between rectangles and circles. One way to approach this is to use the Separating Axis Theorem (SAT). This method involves checking if there is any overlap between the rectangles and circles on each axis. If there is no overlap on any axis, then there is no collision. Otherwise, you will need to calculate the point of intersection and handle the collision accordingly.

As for the math behind it, you can use the moment of inertia to calculate the rotational motion of the rectangles. This involves calculating the moment of inertia for each rectangle and then using the equations of motion to determine their movement after a collision.

I understand that reading about mechanics can be overwhelming, but it's important to have a basic understanding of the concepts in order to apply them to your project. Perhaps you can try watching some online tutorials or seeking help from a physics tutor to better understand the concepts.

Overall, my advice would be to break down the problem into smaller parts and tackle them one at a time. Don't be afraid to ask for help or do some more research. With persistence and determination, I'm sure you will be able to achieve your goal.

Good luck with your project and keep up the good work!