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Peer reviewedDodd, N. A. – Physics Education, 1983
Describes an Apple computer program (listing available from author) which simulates Fraunhofer and Fresnel diffraction using vector addition techniques (vector chaining) and allows user to experiment with different shaped multiple apertures. Graphics output include vector resultants, phase difference, diffraction patterns, and the Cornu spiral…
Descriptors: Analytic Geometry, Calculus, College Science, Computer Graphics
Peer reviewedGuisasola, J.; Barragues, J. I.; Valdes, P.; Pedroso, F. – Physics Education, 1999
Describes changes in scientific research methods that have been brought about by the use of computers. Presents an example of the falling of a body in a fluid to show students how computers can be used to experiment with mathematical models and to automate experiments. Contains 11 references. (Author/WRM)
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Higher Education, Hypothesis Testing
