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• 12:22, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Rolling Spool (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=Rolling_Spool.gif}} When pulling string off of a spool, the direction of the spools travel depends on the angle that the string makes with the horizontal. '''Location: ''' * Spool: Shelf P-1")
• 12:22, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Spinning Platform and Masses (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=Spinning_Platform_and_Mass.gif}} Conservation of angular momentum. Hold two 2 kilo. masses in each hand while sitting on the spinning platform. Pull your hands in and the angular velocity increases. '''Location:''' * To the right of Shelf Q")
• 12:21, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Gyroscope, Bicycle Wheel (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=Gyroscope-Bicycle_Wheel.gif}} This bicycle wheel has been weighted. The wheel is hung from a rope while it is spinning and it precesses. Use the bicycle wheel and rotating platform to demonstrate conservation of angular momentum. Location: To the right of Shelf Q")
• 12:20, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Rotating Candles (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=Rotating_Candles.gif}} The candles are inside glass tubes. As the apparatus spins, the flame of the candles point towards the center of rotation where the density of the air has decreased. '''Location: ''' * Drawer 16")
• 12:20, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Yo-Yo (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=Yo-Yo.gif}} A yo-yo. '''Location:''' * Drawer 16")
• 12:20, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Maxwell's Wheel (Big Yo Yo) (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=Maxwells_Wheel.gif|file2=maxwellswheel.JPG}} Essentially a yo-yo with a slightly different configuration. Wind the strings up on the axle (with each turn to the inside of the previous) and let go. When it reaches the bottom it will climb nearly as high as its beginning point. Be sure that the strings are of equal length to ensure proper operation. Also check that they wind towards the center to keep the strings...")
• 12:19, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Gyroscope, Air (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=Gyroscope-Air.gif}} A heavy gyroscope which uses pressurized air for a nearly frictionless bearing. '''Location:''' *Sh. H-2")
• 12:18, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Gyroscope (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=Gyroscope.gif}} A variety of gyroscopes are available. '''Location:''' * Shelf B-1")
• 12:18, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Inertia Wheel (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=Inertia_Wheel.gif}} This is an aluminum disk with two diameters which is free to rotate. The moment on inertia remains constant but it is possible to exert two different torques with a single mass. Set this at the edge of a table, roll a string around one of the diameters and attach a mass. The rate of fall is significantly different for the two diameters. '''Location:''' * Sh. B-3")
• 12:17, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Angular vs. Linear Momentum (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=Angular_vs_Linear_Mo.gif}} A pin connects the large wheel to the shaft. With the pin removed, only the shaft turns as the assembly moves down the ramp. With the pin in place, the large wheel rotates with the shaft. This absorbs much of the energy of the system and causes the assembly to move down the ramp at a much slower rate. '''Location: ''' * Sh. B-2")
• 12:17, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Water in the Bucket (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=Water_In_The_Bucket.gif}} The classic spinning bucket with water in it. Ours is a clear bucket to allow observation of the water while spinning.< '''Location:''' * Sh. B-3")
• 12:15, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Inertia "M" (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=Inertia_M.gif}} A wire is bent in the shape of an M. 100g masses, one silver one black, are placed on the ends of the wire. The center of the M is balanced on your head with one of the masses directly in front of your face. Rotate your body and you can look at the other mass. The M will not rotate with you because it has Rotational Inertia. '''Location:''' * M - Shelf B2 * Masses - Shelf A4")
• 12:14, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page File:Centripetal force 3 2.jpeg
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• 12:14, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page File:Centripetal force 3 1.jpeg
• 12:14, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs uploaded File:Centripetal force 3 1.jpeg
• 12:13, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Centripetal Force 3 (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=centripetal_force_3_1.jpeg|file2=centripetal_force_3_2.jpeg}} An apparatus showing the relationship between angular velocity and centripetal force. '''Location: ''' * Motor: Sh. B-4 * Access: Dr. 17 *")
• 12:10, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Centripetal Force 2 (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=centrip.gif}} Spin the tennis ball, and the scale will read the centripetal acceleration. The technique should be practiced before using in class. '''Location: ''' * SH. E-0")
• 12:10, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Centripetal Force 1 (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=Centripetal_Force-1.gif}} Spinning of the central assembly will cause the bob to swing outward, this force being countered by the spring. Use the pointer to locate the radius of the motion. By then attaching masses to the stationary bob to bring it back over the pointer, the centripetal force can be calculated. '''Location:''' * Sh. O-1")
• 12:09, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Mystery Wands (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=Mystery_Wands.gif}} This is a matching set of aluminum tubes of equal mass. However, one has it's internal weights located near the center while the other has them at the ends. They can be spun together about a small rod or in the hands to show that they have different movements of inertia. '''Location:''' * Sh. B-2")
• 12:09, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Torque Bar (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....")
• 12:08, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Soup Can Race (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=Soup_Can_Race.gif}} Campbell's Bean and Bacon soup has a distinctively different moment of inertia than Chicken Noodle. '''Location: ''' * Sh. B-2")
• 11:35, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Cylinder Race (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=Cylinder_Race.gif}} These three cylinders -- one solid wood, one solid brass, and the other an aluminum disk -- have the same outer radius. They are set rolling together but the solid one will move ahead demonstrating its lower moment of inertia. '''Location:''' * Cylinders: Dr. 9 * Ramp: Next to Sh. A")
• 11:33, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Centripetal Hoops (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Rotational Dynamics|file1=Centripetal_hoops_1.jpeg|file2=Centripetal_hoop_2.jpeg}} An apparatus showing the relationship between angular velocity and centripetal force. Before plugging in Make sure switch is off, and hoop is tighten down. Location: Motors: Sh. B-4 Access: Dr. 17")
• 11:24, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Impulse Pendulum (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Impulse and Linear Momentum|file1=Impulse_Pendulum_better.jpeg}} Everyone is probably familiar with the Happy/Sad Balls or the Bounce No Bounce balls available from toy stores or Arbor Scientific. Once I bought a set that included one ball where one side bounced and the other did not; two half balls glued together. I used this half happy ball to demonstrate the different impulses delivered by a bouncing ball and a ball that does not bou...")
• 11:22, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Egg Toss (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Impulse and Linear Momentum|file1=Egg_Toss.gif}} A raw egg is thrown at a loosely held sheet. Because of the length of the time of interaction, the force applied to the egg as it is stopped is small and does not break the egg. The same egg dropped onto a hard surface (preferable inside a beaker) will break due to short time of interaction. '''Location:''' (NEED LOCATIONS) * Part 1: Location 1 * Part 2: Location 2")
• 11:21, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Happy and Sad Balls (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Impulse and Linear Momentum|file1=Happy_and_Sad_Balls.gif}} Two apparently identical rubber balls. However one has a very low coefficient of restitution giving it no bounce. '''Location:''' * Dr. 8")
• 11:20, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page File:Rat Mobile 2.jpeg
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• 11:19, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page File:Rat Mobile real.jpeg
• 11:19, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs uploaded File:Rat Mobile real.jpeg
• 11:18, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Rat Mobile (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Impulse and Linear Momentum|file1=Rat_Mobile.jpeg|file2=Rat_Mobile_2.jpeg}} A mouse trap is attached to a cart. When the string that holds the trap open is burnt through, it throws the weighted bag putting the light cart into motion as well. '''Location:''' * Drawer 15")
• 11:17, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Ping Pong Ball vs Super Ball Drop (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Impulse and Linear Momentum|file1=Super_Ball.gif}} If a ping pong ball bounces 3 ft. and a large superball 5 ft. what will happen if you drop a ping pong ball on top of a large super ball? Answer: Be sure that you have a very high ceiling. '''Location: ''' * Dr. 8")
• 11:16, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page File:Newton Balls Better2.jpeg
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• 11:16, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Newton's Balls (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Impulse and Linear Momentum|file1=Newtons_Balls_Bigger.JPG|file2=Newton_Balls_Better2.JPG}} This is a permanently assembled apparatus, but the balls will more than likely have to be aligned for optimum results. '''Location: ''' *Sh. O-1")
• 11:06, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Spring Launcher (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Energy|file1=Spring_Launcher.gif}} Drop a ring stand with a spring and a mass. Upon impact the mass will be shot upwards. Or just push down on the spring. '''Location: ''' * Lab Stand: Next to Sh. O * Spring: Dr. 17 * Cement cylinder: Dr. 17 * Duct Tape: Sh. R1 *")
• 11:05, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page File:Bowling ball pendulum.gif
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• 11:04, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Bowling Ball Pendulum (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Energy|file1=Bowling_ball_pendulum.gif}} A special Demo for rooms 100 and 110 Will. which hangs a bowling ball from the ceiling. Hold the ball next to you nose and let go. On its return the ball will come uncomfortably close but will not hit so long as you Do not move your head. A beaker of water may be used for those who find this too risky. '''Location: ''' * Bowling Ball: Sh. A-4 * Rope for Rm. 110: Sh. A-3 * Rope for Rm. 100: Alrea...")
• 11:04, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Loop the Loop (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Energy|file1=Loop_the_loop_better.jpeg}} A simple way to show conservation of energy. Only when the ball starts above the height of the hoop will the ball make it all the way around. '''Location: ''' * Sh. B-3")
• 11:03, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Stopped Pendulum (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Energy|file1=Stopped_Pendulum.gif}} A pendulum with a heavy mass (around 500g) is hung from a rod. A shorter rod is hung parallel below the first rod. When the pendulum is released, it will swing, and if it has enough momentum, when the string shortens, it will swing all the way around the bottom rod. '''Location: ''' * Mass and string: Shelf A * Rod Stand: Shelf O * Rods: DR. 102")
• 11:01, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Simultaneous Drop of Two Masses (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Gravity|file1=Simultaneous_Drop.gif}} A steel ball and a wood ball with metal insert are held aloft by the two poles of an electromagnet. The two balls are dropped simultaneously by cutting the current to the magnet. Dropping the balls onto a hard surface shows that they fall at the same rate since only a single sound of impact is heard. '''Location:''' * Sh. B-3") Tag: Visual edit: Switched
• 11:00, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Falling Cup and Masses (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Gravity|file1=Falling_Cup_and_Masses.gif}} A clear plastic cup with a rubber band attached to the interior. Two masses can be hung over the edge, stretching the rubber band. When the cup is dropped, there is no longer any downward force on the masses relative to the cup. The rubber band then pulls the masses inside the cup. '''Location:''' * Sh. A-3") Tag: Visual edit: Switched
• 10:59, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Potential Well (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Gravity|file1=Potential_Well.gif}} Two pieces of clear plastic within frames that sit on the overhead. One has a single divot, the other two. Small balls rolled over the surface will follow a potential curve. See also the demo "Curved Space" under Astronomy-Gravitation. '''Location: ''' *Dr. 13") Tag: Visual edit: Switched
• 10:59, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Feather and Nickel (Created page with "{{NewDemo|subject=Mechanics|topic=Gravity|file1=Feather_and_Nickel.gif}} A tube with a feather and a piece of metal. When evacuated, it can easily be shown that objects fall at a rate independent of their mass. '''Location:''' * Sh. A-3") Tag: Visual edit: Switched
• 10:53, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Newton's Laws Videos (Created page with "The following Newton's Laws Videos are available: * Newton's Second Law Return to Mechanics Videos") Tag: Visual edit
• 10:52, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Statics Videos (Created page with "The following Statics Videos are available: * Extended Bodies at Rest * Solution to Video Setup") Tag: Visual edit
• 10:50, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Rotational Dynamics Videos (Created page with "The following Rotational Dynamics Videos are available: * Circular Normal Force * Hoop and Solid Disc Race * Linear and Rotational Kinetic Energy * Two Ball Race Return to Mechanics Videos") Tag: Visual edit
• 10:38, 6 April 2022 Physdemo talk contribs created page Kinematics Videos (Created page with "The following Kinematics Videos are available: * Acceleration * Distance vs. Displacement * Instantaneous Velocity Tangent Line * Position vs. Time * Position vs. Time Slope * Velocity vs. Time Return to Mechanics Videos") Tag: Visual edit

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