Making a visual of something running.

Question

Hey all. Not sure what this is called, I haven't made it there yet. But, what is it called if I wanted to code a visual representation of a physical object. For instance, a spinning wheel? Hope that makes sense what I'm asking. . .

Answer 1

I'm thinking potentially design patterns? But not sure if that just makes the designs or if you can give it commands to move as if it were a physical object.

Answer 2

I guess what I'm asking is almost like making a game. I want to make an image of something and based on the input, cause it to move. I'm not sure exactly how to explain it.