Title :
Computer simulation in physics
Author :
Fazarinc, Zvonko
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Electr. Eng., Stanford Univ., CA, USA
fDate :
4/1/1990 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The use of graphic visualization in physics is discussed. The limitations of purely mathematical approach and the intuitive understanding to be gained by a graphic demonstration are discussed. It is suggested that the visualization approach be used in teaching physics, and the use of graphics simulation to understand diffusion and electrical conduction is examined.<>
Keywords :
computer graphics; diffusion; digital simulation; electrical conductivity; physics computing; teaching; computer graphics; computer simulation; diffusion process; electrical conduction; graphic visualization; teaching; Computer graphics; Computer simulation; Education; Fluid dynamics; History; Interference; Mathematical model; Maxwell equations; Physics; Visualization;
Journal_Title :
Potentials, IEEE
