Astrophysics: Demonstration of Kepler's Laws with Python

Explore the fundamental principles of planetary motion through this 35-minute tutorial that demonstrates all three of Kepler's Laws using Python simulations. Learn how planets move in elliptical orbits (1st Law), sweep equal areas in equal times (2nd Law), and how the square of their orbital period relates proportionally to the cube of the semi-major axis (3rd Law). Access two interactive Python code examples: one general demonstration and another specifically illustrating the 3rd law. Perfect for students of astrophysics looking to visualize these classical laws through modern computational methods.