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Kepler's First Law Simulation

Last Updated: 7/27/18

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 This module will allow you to use python to demonstrate Kepler’s First Law by graphically displaying different shapes of orbits. Additionally, you will be able to demonstrate the effect of eccentricity on the shape of the orbits.

 

The presentation material and the code can be downloaded at Kepler's First Law Simulation.

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