Difference between revisions of "Torque Bar"
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(Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=Torque_Bar.gif}} A way to give students a hands on understanding of the lever arm. Most everyone can pick up two kilos in the hole nearest the handles. Few can do so at the furthest end. Caution: Those who try too hard to hold up the heavy mass at the far end may find that while their grip may hold their skin may not. Prep room staff have received very nasty blisters from this. '''Location:''' * Between Sh....") |
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A way to give students a hands on understanding of the lever arm. | A way to give students a hands on understanding of the lever arm. Lifting a 1kg mass by rotating the grip bar. The farther a 1kg mass is away from the grip, the harder it is to lift. Caution: People with weak wrists should lift with care. | ||
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'''Location:''' | '''Location:''' | ||
* Between Sh. A and Sh. B | * Between Sh. A and Sh. B | ||
*Mass Shelf A-4 | |||
Revision as of 16:49, 5 December 2022
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Description:
A way to give students a hands on understanding of the lever arm. Lifting a 1kg mass by rotating the grip bar. The farther a 1kg mass is away from the grip, the harder it is to lift. Caution: People with weak wrists should lift with care.
Location:
- Between Sh. A and Sh. B
- Mass Shelf A-4
