Expert Help: What do you guys think about this 3D physics simulation ?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around a 3D physics simulation that allows users to manipulate various parameters such as mass, drag, friction, and elasticity while observing the trajectory of a cannon and projectile in real time. Participants share their experiences and issues encountered while using the simulation.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant highlights the simulation's features, including real-time data display and adjustable parameters.
  • Another participant expresses enthusiasm but notes a specific issue where the simulation crashes when using very small values for mass and gravity.
  • A participant inquires about the specific values used by the one who encountered the crashing issue.
  • A subsequent response provides the values used, indicating mass as approximately 0.00022 and gravity as 0.0088.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the simulation's interesting features, but there is a disagreement regarding the stability of the simulation when extreme values are used, as one participant experienced a crash while others have not reported similar issues.

Contextual Notes

The discussion does not address the underlying reasons for the simulation crash or the limitations of the parameter ranges, leaving these aspects unresolved.

Who May Find This Useful

Users interested in physics simulations, educators looking for interactive tools, and those exploring the effects of varying physical parameters in simulations may find this discussion relevant.

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Cannon and proyectile trajectory with data dislayed in real time. Can adjust mass, drag, friction, elasticity, etc.

Check it out free at:

http://escxsoft.com/FrmPhysica.aspx
 
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it is pretty cool ^^

the only problem I ran into was when I tried to make my mass really small and gravity really small. The game crashed
 
I will check it out. what values did you used ?

Thanks.
 
abdielj said:
I will check it out. what values did you used ?

Thanks.

mass was something like .00022 & gravity was .0088
 

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