Feeling forces Our understanding of mechanics is influenced by the way we experience everyday life. We can use this to help us understand mechanics and how we represent it mathematically. What do you feel if you stand on one leg? What happens when you push something? Does it always move?

Feeling friction What does friction ‘feel’ like? What factors affect friction forces?

Feeling forces Two things for you to try. Pulling a spring – how difficult is this? Spring balances – how can three forces be in equilibrium? Try to answer all of the questions on the sheet and any other questions you come up with yourself.