Center of Mass and the Half Atwood Machine

Explore the concept of center of mass and its application to the half Atwood machine in this insightful 22-minute video. Discover a common misconception about the net force on the system and learn why it's not solely determined by the weight of the hanging mass. Delve into the motion of the center of mass and its implications for understanding this classic physics problem. Access the accompanying Python code to further investigate and visualize the concepts presented. Gain a deeper understanding of this fundamental physics principle through clear explanations and practical examples.

Center of Mass and the Half Atwood Machine