Empirical & Theoretical Analysis of Multi-Variable Mechanical Systems
A physics and mechanical engineering research project evaluating trebuchet dynamics through both theoretical calculation and physical empirical testing, pairing classical mechanics with a hand-built prototype.
Applied classical mechanics - rotational torque, moment of inertia, conservation of energy, projectile motion - to derive theoretical trajectory and force equations.
Interactive simulation
A web-based JavaScript simulation for real-time parameter tuning (sling length, launch angle, counterweight mass) with trajectory visualisation.
Empirical data & efficiency
Built and tested a physical prototype to collect launch data, analysing system efficiency (η = 43.8%) and the factors behind energy loss.
