Uniform Circular Motion

Uniform circular motion describes the movement of an object traveling at a constant speed along a circular path. In this type of motion, the object's velocity is constantly changing in direction but not in magnitude, resulting in a continuous acceleration towards the center of the circle, known as centripetal acceleration. The force causing this acceleration, called centripetal force, is always perpendicular to the motion and directed towards the center of the circle. Uniform circular motion is a fundamental concept in physics, with applications ranging from planetary orbits to the design of amusement park rides.