About this Simulation

This interactive simulation models a horizontal spring system and displays real-time energy graphs as the mass oscillates. Learners can observe how kinetic and elastic potential energy continuously transform while total mechanical energy remains conserved. Adjust amplitude, mass, and spring constant to explore how system parameters affect energy distribution and oscillation behavior.

Learning objectives: Understand energy conservation in oscillating systems | Identify relationships between displacement, velocity, and kinetic/potential energy | Predict how changes to system parameters affect energy distribution patterns