
In this lecture, a student will learn
Projectile Motion is 2D Motion under Gravity
Radius of Curvature of the Trajectory
Angular Momentum of a Projectile
Example of a grasshopper
Ball thrown from one building to another
Finding Range (R) of a Projectile given Horizontal component of velocity and angle of inclination
Vertical component of the velocity at half the height
Examples of Projectile and a Wall
In this lecture, a student will learn
Distance between two projectiles, when their velocity vectors become perpendicular to each other
Maximum range of a projectile in a tunnel
Finding ratio of maximum heights for two projectiles
Distance between two projectiles after some time
Range of a projectile in a strong wind
Boy aiming at a bird
Two particles meet at the zenith
In this lecture, a student will learn
Effect on increasing launch velocity (u) by a small percentage on maximum height
Four projectiles launched with different angles
Magnitude of change in Momentum for a projectile
Angle of a projectile after covering some distance
A player kicking football and another catching it
Velocity of a projectile after some time of launch
Ball projected horizontally from a height
In this lecture, a student will learn
Touchdown velocities of two projectiles, thrown from a height
Range of particle thrown from height and aiming at a particular point
Projectile striking the ground at an angle
Angle between velocity vectors before and after reaching zenith
Projectile Motion in 3D
Magnitude of change in Momentum of a projectile
In this lecture, a student will learn
Kinematics of bomb released from an aircraft
Anti-aircraft gun and a fighter plane
In this lecture, a student will learn
Shortcuts for problems like o Ball falling on incline
Book-table and ramp
Tank leaking from orifice
Graph of range of water stream with respect to the height (h)
Shortcut for body rolling on a ramp on a table • Example of sphere, ramp and table
Tank leaking from two orifices
In this lecture, a student will learn
1D Motion under Gravity and Galileo’s Law of Odd Numbers
Drops falling at regular intervals
Shortcuts for DROPS, JUGGLING, DRIPPING
Example using the shortcuts
Juggler throwing 4 balls
Water dripping from a tap (Multiple Solutions and a Shortcut)
In this lecture, a student will learn
Derivation of shortcut for ‘Last (m) Seconds’ Problem
Time for a body falling freely and covering some distance in last (m) seconds
This course on Kinematics of Motion offers an in-depth and structured exploration of motion in one and two dimensions, with special emphasis on projectile motion and advanced applications frequently asked in competitive and school-level examinations. The course is designed to strengthen conceptual clarity while developing strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
A major portion of the course is dedicated to projectile motion, where you will study the geometry of motion through trajectory equations, zenith (maximum height), time of flight, and horizontal range. Special problem types such as same height and same range cases are explained with clear reasoning and shortcuts. You will also learn how motion changes with variation in the angle of projection, helping you compare different projectiles under identical conditions.
The course further covers important drop equations used in vertical motion and their applications in real-life scenarios. You will solve challenging aircraft-related problems, including bombing and supply-drop cases, using relative motion concepts. Classical problems like the book–table–ramp system are explained step by step to connect theory with physical intuition.
Advanced and exam-oriented topics such as the tank leaking problem, juggler problems, ball on steps motion, and motion during the last (m) seconds of a journey are treated in a clear and systematic manner. Each topic focuses on understanding the physics behind the equations rather than rote learning.
By the end of this course, students will be confident in tackling complex kinematics problems with accuracy, speed, and logical clarity—skills essential for success in physics examinations and beyond.
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