Hi all

I am looking to implement a few basic mechanics problems in vops as a learning exercise ( which of course I will share ). Basic springs, normal modes, torques ect

I need a method of numerical differentiation and integration in respect to time which I cannot find as vex functions.

I was thinking of maybe using a taylor polynomial though I'm not sure what order will give a suitable accuracy. I have also started reading about verlet integration as this seems like a popular solution

Does anyone have any experience with this and could give me a wee steer?

EDIT:

I should add that I will probably start off with a solver sop to give me the time increments rather than DOPS atm

many thanks!
Sam Swift-Glasman