Rotational & Rigid Body Dynamics Courses and Certifications

Grasshopper Tutorials

GRASSHOPPER - Learn Kangaroo Physics and Meshes

Master Kangaroo Physics and mesh geometries in Grasshopper through hands-on tutorials covering patterns, collisions, sphere packing, and wind simulations.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

PIXXO 3D

Blender - Phone Smash Animation Tutorial

Learn to create a dynamic phone smashing animation in Blender 3.2 using simple techniques. Master rigid bodies, particle systems, and key-framing for realistic destruction effects.

• YouTube
• 37 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

PIXXO 3D

Blender - Bowling Pins and Physics - Fun Tutorial

Create a looping bowling pin rigid body simulation in Blender using physics and animation techniques, with a clever trick for seamless repetition.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ross Dynamics Lab

Euler's Equations of Rigid Body Dynamics Derived - Qualitative Analysis - Build Rigid Body Intuition

Comprehensive exploration of Euler's equations for rigid body dynamics, covering derivation, analysis, and practical applications through various examples like spinning tops and fidget spinners.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ross Dynamics Lab

Center of Mass and Moment of Inertia Matrix - Example Calculations

Example calculations for center of mass and moment of inertia matrix in space vehicle dynamics. Covers planar rigid bodies, composite shapes, and practical applications using integrals and common approximation methods.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ross Dynamics Lab

Moment of Inertia Matrix and Principal Axis Frame - MATLAB Example Calculation

Explore moment of inertia matrix calculation, principal axis frame, and their significance in rigid body dynamics. Includes MATLAB demonstration for practical application in spacecraft attitude control.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ross Dynamics Lab

Transport Theorem Worked Examples - Vector Derivatives When Frames Are Rotating and Translating

Comprehensive exploration of vector derivatives in rotating and translating frames, with practical examples. Covers transport theorem, matrix representations, and applications to space vehicle dynamics.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ross Dynamics Lab

Satellite Reference Frames, Viewing Geometry, and Mission Analysis

Explore spacecraft reference frames, mission analysis basics, and satellite viewing geometry. Learn about ECI, ECEF, orbital frames, and key concepts like sub-satellite points, access areas, and ground tracks.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ross Dynamics Lab

Lagrange Multipliers and Constraint Forces - Nonholonomic Constraints - Downhill Race Various Shapes

Explore Lagrange multipliers, constraint forces, and nonholonomic constraints in analytical dynamics. Analyze examples like rigid rods, roller racers, and rolling disks to understand generalized forces and their Newtonian connections.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ross Dynamics Lab

Lagrange’s Equations with Conservative and Non-Conservative Forces - Phase Space Introduction

Explore Lagrange's equations for conservative and non-conservative forces, rigid body systems, and phase space analysis. Learn to solve and classify motions using advanced analytical dynamics techniques.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ross Dynamics Lab

D’Alembert’s Principle of Virtual Work - Active Forces and Workless Constraint Forces

Explore D'Alembert's Principle of Virtual Work, analyzing active forces and workless constraint forces in analytical dynamics. Gain insights into nonholonomic constraints and multiparticle systems.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ross Dynamics Lab

Rigid Body Dynamics - Stability About Principal Axes - Qualitative Analysis of Spinning Objects

Explore rigid body dynamics, stability of principal axes, and qualitative analysis of spinning objects. Understand the tennis racket theorem and intermediate axis instability through demonstrations and intuitive explanations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ross Dynamics Lab

Rigid Body Kinematic Differential Equation for Euler Angles and Rotation Matrix

Comprehensive exploration of rigid body kinematics, focusing on Euler angles, rotation matrices, and differential equations. Covers singularities, alternatives, and applications in free rigid body motion analysis.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 12 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ross Dynamics Lab

Newton-Euler Equations for a Rigid Body - Center of Mass & Inertia Tensor Calculation Worked Example

Comprehensive exploration of rigid body dynamics, covering mass distribution, center of mass calculation, Newton-Euler equations, and rotational motion, with practical examples and mathematical formulations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

PIXXO 3D

Blender - Fun Rigid Body Animation Loopable

Learn to create engaging rigid body animations in Blender 2.83, mastering techniques for dynamic and loop-able sequences that bring your 3D projects to life.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video