Newtonian

Mechanics and
Computer
Science
What is Newtonian
Mechanics?
• Newtonian mechanics is a branch of classical mechanics
that deals with the motion of macroscopic objects under
the influence of forces.
 Macroscopic objects refer to objects that are large enough to
be seen with the naked eye, such as a baseball, a car, or a
building.

In the context of mechanics, macroscopic objects are those

Macroscopi that are subject to the laws of classical mechanics, which
govern the motion of objects with a size and speed that can
be observed and measured without the need for specialized
c Objects? equipment, such as a microscope or a high-speed camera.

The laws of classical mechanics are applicable to objects that

are much larger than atoms or molecules, but much smaller
than astronomical objects, such as planets or stars.
Newtonian Mechanics?
• The theory is based on three fundamental laws that govern
the behavior of physical systems:

1. Newton's First Law: An object at rest will remain at

rest, and an object in motion will remain in motion at a
constant velocity, unless acted upon by a net external
force.
2. Newton's Second Law: The net force acting on an
object is proportional to its acceleration, where the
constant of proportionality is the object's mass.
3. Newton's Third Law: For every action, there is an
equal and opposite reaction.
 Physics-based simulations in video
games and movies
Examples of Collision detection in physics
Newtonian engines
Mechanics in
Computer Trajectory prediction in robotics
Science:
Motion planning in autonomous
vehicles
 Physics-based simulations in video games
and movies involve using the laws of
mechanics to simulate the behavior of
objects and their interactions within a
virtual environment.
Example
01: By modeling the physical properties and
behavior of objects, such as their mass,
velocity, and the forces acting upon them,
game developers and filmmakers can
create more realistic and engaging
experiences for players and audiences.
 For example, in a racing game, the physics
engine might simulate the behavior of a
car's tires as they grip and slide on the
road, the effect of wind resistance on the
car's speed, and the impact of collisions
Example with other cars or objects.

01: In a movie, a physics engine might

simulate the movement of a character's
clothing or hair in response to the
character's movements, or the impact of
explosions or other special effects.
 By accurately modeling the laws of
mechanics in a simulation, game
developers and filmmakers can create
more immersive and believable
experiences for their audiences.
Example
01: This can enhance the player or viewer's
engagement with the content, leading
to a more satisfying and enjoyable
experience.
 A physics engine is a software program that
simulates physical phenomena, such as how
objects move, collide, collapse, or interact
with each other.
Physics engines are often used in computer
Physics Engine: graphics, video games, and film to create
What is that? realistic and immersive scenes.

For example, a physics engine can make a car

crash look more believable by calculating how
the car parts would bend and break, or how
the glass would shatter and fly3
 Collision detection is a key component of
physics engines used in video games, virtual
reality applications, and other simulations that
involve objects interacting with each other.
Collision
Detection Collision detection algorithms are used to
determine when two or more objects in a
in Physics simulation come into contact with each other.

Engines In a physics engine, each object is represented

by a set of physical properties, such as its mass,
position, and velocity, which are updated over
time as the simulation progresses.
 • Collision detection algorithms work by comparing
the shapes and positions of each object in the
Collision simulation, and determining whether they
intersect with each other.

Detection in • Simple shapes such as spheres or boxes can be

used to approximate the shape of each object, or
more complex shapes such as polygons or meshes
Physics can be used for more detailed simulations.
• Once a collision has been detected, the physics
Engines engine calculates the forces that act upon each
object, based on their physical properties and the
nature of the collision.
Collision Detection in Physics Engines

Overall, collision detection is a

critical component of physics
These forces can include friction,
engines used in computer graphics
gravity, and impact forces, and are
and simulations, as it enables
used to update the positions and
realistic interactions between
velocities of the objects in the
objects and creates a more
simulation.
immersive and engaging experience
for users.
Predictive analytics
for financial markets
• Predictive analytics for financial markets involves using
data analysis and machine learning algorithms to
identify patterns and trends in financial data.
• Mechanics concepts can be applied in this field to create
more accurate predictive models and to understand the
underlying physical factors that influence financial
markets.
• Financial markets can be modeled as complex systems
subject to physical forces and influences such as
changes in interest rates, economic growth, and
geopolitical events.
Predictive analytics for financial markets
• Techniques such as network analysis and dynamic systems modeling can be used to gain
a deeper understanding of the underlying mechanics of financial markets.
• Machine learning algorithms can be applied for anomaly detection in financial data to
identify patterns and anomalies that may indicate changes in market behavior.
• These algorithms can be trained using historical financial data and used to make
predictions about future market trends and behavior.
Predictive analytics
for financial markets
• Applying mechanics principles in predictive analytics for
financial markets can help computer scientists create
more accurate models and predictions and gain a
deeper understanding of the underlying physical factors
that influence financial markets.
• Incorporating these principles into their work, computer
scientists can make important contributions to the field
of finance and help improve the accuracy of financial
predictions and decisions.
How:
• Mechanics can be used to model and analyze the
behavior of financial markets, such as how prices,
returns, volatility, and risk change over time and
space .
• For example, mechanics can help explain how the
market reacts to shocks, how bubbles and crashes
occur, and how investors optimize their portfolios .