Simple harmonic motion (SHM) (AQA A-Level Physics): Flashcards

$a \propto -x$ (accel. prop. to disp., opposite direction)

$a = -\omega^2 x$

Maximum displacement from equilibrium

Maximum

Zero

$v_{\text{max}} = \omega A$

$a_{\text{max}} = \omega^2 A$

When displacement is maximum

KE (at equilibrium) & PE (at max displacement)

Time for one full oscillation