Lagrangian-Based Dynamic Modeling & Simulation of a Double Spring Pendulum in MATLAB
🎯 Analyze Nonlinear Dynamics Using Energy-Based Modeling
This project presents a complete Lagrangian formulation and MATLAB simulation of a Double Spring Pendulum system, capturing its highly nonlinear and coupled dynamics. It is ideal for understanding advanced concepts in classical mechanics, vibrations, and control systems through a practical, simulation-based approach.
The model derives equations of motion using energy methods and solves them numerically to visualize system behavior under different initial conditions and parameters.
⚙️ Key Features
✅ Full Lagrangian dynamic derivation
✅ Nonlinear coupled equations of motion
✅ MATLAB implementation with ODE solvers
✅ Time-domain response plots (angles, velocities)
✅ Energy analysis & phase portraits
✅ Configurable masses, lengths & spring constants
✅ Clean, well-commented MATLAB code
✅ Ready for academic reports & demos
📦 What’s Included
📁 MATLAB source codes & functions
📄 Detailed PDF explaining theory & derivation
📊 Simulation scripts with plotting routines
📝 Example initial conditions & test cases
📈 Result visualization (time histories & phase plots)
🎓 Applications
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Classical & analytical mechanics courses
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Vibrations and dynamic systems study
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Control system modeling practice
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Nonlinear dynamics & chaos analysis
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Final year / semester projects
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MATLAB learning for mechanical engineers
💻 Requirements
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MATLAB (any recent version)
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Basic knowledge of dynamics & ODEs
🌟 Why Choose This Project?
✔️ Clear step-by-step Lagrangian formulation
✔️ Perfect bridge between theory & simulation
✔️ Highly customizable parameters
✔️ Saves time on derivations & coding
✔️ Professional structure for submission