Physics · Gravity and Orbits
Gravity and Orbits
Explore how gravity shapes orbits. Choose a view to begin.
Choose what to explore
Start with a mode
Each mode focuses on a different relationship between force and motion.
Watch the orbit
Model view
Change a control and watch the orbit respond.
Model view
Elapsed
0 days
1× speed
Relationship
Gravity ∝ mass, weakens with distance
Observation
A more massive central body pulls harder and bends the orbit more.
Choose a simulation mode to begin.