What's it called · Animation & motion 07

Bounce

Hits a surface and rebounds in progressively smaller bounces. Used to convey impact and weight on arrival.

Compare the ball rebounding from the wall and the sharp turns in its curve with Linear. Dots mark equal time intervals.

Often confused with

• Elastic: Swings to both sides of the target like a rubber band
• Squash and stretch: The shape flattens on impact and stretches in flight