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Modeling Kepler's First Law with Python

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Explore planetary motion through a Python-based demonstration of Kepler's First Law. Learn to model elliptical orbits using the Euler method, write Python code to simulate orbital mechanics, and visualize the results by plotting an ellipse. Gain insights into the mathematical principles behind planetary orbits and enhance your programming skills in scientific modeling. Includes a link to supplementary material on Kepler's Second Law for a comprehensive understanding of orbital dynamics.

Syllabus

- Intro
- Orbital Motion with Euler Method
- Python code
- Plotting an ellipse

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