Section 1.2 : Basic notions

Definition of the quantities

The used mechanical quantities are the following :

  • The position will be noted . Its unit is meters .

  • The instant speed is the time derivative of the position : . Its unit is meters per second .

  • The acceleration indicates the change of speed over time.

    The instant acceleration is given by : . Its unit is meters per squared seconds .

  • A force is an interaction capable of changing the motion of an object. It is generally represented by the letter and its unit is the Newton .

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