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'''Topic and Concept:''' Linear Momentum, [:Linear_Momentum#Collisions2D: 1N40. Collisions in Two Dimensions] |
[:PiraScheme#Mechanics: Table of Mechanics Demonstration] |
[:MEEquipmentList: List of Mechanics Equipment & Supplies] |
[:Demonstrations:Lecture Demonstrations] |
Air Pucks, 1N40.25
Topic and Concept:
- Linear Momentum, [:Linear_Momentum#Collisions2D: 1N40. Collisions in Two Dimensions]
Location:
Cabinet: [:MechanicsCabinet:Mechanic (ME)]
Bay: [:MechanicsCabinetBayA5:(A5)]
Shelf: #6
attachment:airpucks-1.jpg
Description:
The air puck is a small battery powered (4AA) hovercraft that floats on a cushion of air produced by an internal fan. Each unit has soft foam bumpers for inelastic collisions.
Equipment |
Location |
ID Number |
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Air Puck 1 |
ME, Bay B6, Shelf #3 |
1N40.25.a |
Air Puck 2 |
ME, Bay B6, Shelf #3 |
1N40.25.b |
Setup:
- Flip the power switches located on the bottom of the pucks to the on position and place the units on a table or the floor.
- "AA" Batteries are stored in refrigerator.
Cautions, Warnings, or Safety Concerns:
- N/A
Demonstration:
Use the two air pucks to model inelastic collisions between equal masses at zero friction.
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References:
[:Linear_Momentum:Linear Momentum]
[:Demonstrations:Demonstrations]
[:Instructional:Home]