Rolling Motion Simulation

CM Velocity (v_cm) 2.0 m/s

Angular Speed (ω) 2.0 rad/s

For pure rolling: v_cm = ωR (R=1m)

Trace Path of Rim Point Show Rotation Ghosts Switch to Wheel's CM Frame

Note: Adjust sliders to see sliding vs. pure rolling. Pure rolling occurs when velocity at the contact point is zero.

Rolling Motion: Displacement & Rotation