CPhysicsEngine

Executive Summary

CPhysicsEngine is a 2D physics sandbox built to explore motion, collisions, and forces in real time. Using modern C++ patterns, the engine focuses on predictable simulation loops while offering a polished visualization layer backed by SFML.

Project Goals

The initiative set out to create a playground for curious developers who want to prototype mechanics or study physics fundamentals without heavy dependencies. Portability, clarity, and performance formed the core design pillars.

Implementation Highlights

• Strict separation between simulation logic and rendering for testability.
• CMake-based builds that target GCC, Clang, and MSVC with minimal configuration.
• SFML-driven rendering pipeline that turns engine state into fluid visuals.
• Consistent coordinate systems and math utilities to model forces and collisions.

Developer Experience

Detailed documentation walks new contributors through environment setup, compilation, and IDE integration. By abstracting platform quirks behind CMake profiles, developers can focus on iterating on physics behaviors rather than tooling triage.

Future Directions

• Introduce scripting hooks for custom force generators and constraints.
• Add 3D experimentation mode leveraging modern graphics APIs.
• Bundle sample scenes and tutorials to accelerate onboarding.