What this topic covers
Engineering physics (A-level only) has 2 subtopics:
- Rotational dynamics (A-level only)
- Thermodynamics and engines (A-level only)
A Level AQA Physics
Engineering physics (A-level only) – A Level AQA Physics revision notes
Revise Engineering physics (A-level only) for A Level AQA Physics, including Rotational dynamics (A-level only) and Thermodynamics and engines (A-level only).
Engineering physics (A-level only) covers Rotational dynamics (A-level only) and Thermodynamics and engines (A-level only) in A Level AQA Physics. 16 lessons in 2 subtopics.
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Engineering physics (A-level only) lessons by subtopic
16 lessons, grouped by subtopic.
Rotational dynamics (A-level only)
- Moment of Inertia: Point Masses and Extended Objects
- Angular Kinematics: Displacement, Speed & Acceleration
- Equations of Motion for Rotational Kinematics
- Rotational Kinetic Energy
- Flywheel Energy Storage
- Flywheel Applications
- Angular Momentum: Definition and Conservation
- Angular Impulse and Real-World Applications
Thermodynamics and engines (A-level only)
- Four-Stroke Engine Cycles and Indicator Diagrams
- Engine Power and Efficiency Calculations
- Reversed Heat Engines: Principles and Uses
- Coefficient of Performance: Refrigerators and Heat Pumps
- The Second Law and Engine Efficiency
- Understanding p-V Diagrams
- Cyclic Processes and Work Done
- The First Law of Thermodynamics
More in this course
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