Bouncing Balls Light and Heavy

The ball on the left worked very well as it demonstrates weight  and good timing. The fast fall also contributes to the efficient animation of the heavy ball. The lighter ball on the other side has a very good beginning as it is rotating more easily and the fall is pretty slow compared to the other one. But the issue is in the very end when the ball bounces of the ground. The timing of the bounces can definitely be improved.





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Week 1. Directed study task: Physics/Cartoon bouncing ball

                                                          Figure.1





                                                        Figure.2

These two bouncing balls are made in the same way using Flipbook. On Figure.1 we see a Physics ball and on Figure.2 - a Cartoon one. The ball on Figure.1 has a smooth and round shape which makes it look more realistic, as the second ball has a rough, edgy and unfinished form which makes it appeal more cartoon-ish. The other difference between the two figures is the surface on which the balls bounce. The floor on Figure.1 is even and smooth compared to the uneven and rough floor on the second figure.

5 Statement Learning Contract:

1. I will do all my directed studies each week.
2. I will do all of my readings.

3. I will use my free time for studying.
4. I will take notes during lectures.
5. I will pay more attention in my Animation module.