About this Simulation

This interactive periscope simulation models how light travels through a periscope system using mirrors and reflection. Students can adjust mirror positions, angles, and light paths to observe how periscopes enable viewing around obstacles and understand the principles of light reflection in practical applications.

Learning objectives: Understand how mirrors reflect light at equal angles of incidence and reflection | Explore how periscopes use multiple reflections to change the direction of light | Apply reflection principles to design and troubleshoot optical viewing systems