This repository contains a C program that simulates a pendulum's movement with extra features like PID control, air drag, and a visual representation using the SDL2 library.
- Realistic Pendulum Movement: Watch the pendulum swing naturally, taking into account gravity, where it starts, air resistance, and controlled by PID.
- Adjustable Options: Change things like how long the pendulum is, where it starts, and the PID settings to see how those changes affect its movement.
- SDL2 Visuals: I added a graphical simulation of pendulum using SDL2 Library.
- PID Control: Explore how a PID controller can help keep the pendulum moving smoothly.
- Air Drag: I've taken air resistance into account, so you'll see the pendulum's behavior closer to reality.
- Logging: Record data's such as x and y pendulum movements and other data's.
- Clone the Repository: Get the code onto your computer by copying this repository (
git clone https://github.com/your-username/simple-c-pendulum-simulation.git). - Open Terminal: Launch your terminal and navigate to the repository folder (
cd simple-c-pendulum-simulation). - Compile and Run: Use the Clang compiler to turn
main.cinto a program (clang main.c main.h -o pendulum -lSDL2). Then, start the simulation (./pendulum). - Follow On-Screen Steps: The program will guide you through the setup, and you'll be able to see the pendulum simulation. The simulation details will be saved in the
log.txtfile.
- Clang Compiler: You'll need a compiler to turn the code into a working program.
- SDL2 Library: To see the visual representation, you'll need the SDL2 library.
- Cxxdroid (I use Cxxdroid to made this): If you're running this on your Android device, you can use Cxxdroid to run the program.
This project is licensed under the MIT License.