About this Simulation

This interactive simulation models a mass attached to a spring undergoing simple harmonic motion. Learners can observe and explore the relationship between displacement, velocity, and acceleration as the system oscillates. Real-time graphs display how these variables change with time, revealing the sinusoidal nature of periodic motion and energy transformation in oscillatory systems.

Learning objectives: Understand the characteristics of simple harmonic motion and the phase relationships between displacement, velocity, and acceleration | Analyze how spring stiffness and mass affect oscillation frequency and amplitude | Apply mathematical and graphical representations to predict and verify harmonic behavior