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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
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Abstract:
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 and Procedure:
- 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
Discussion:
Use the two air pucks to model inelastic collisions between equal masses at zero friction.
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Videos:
[https://www.youtube.com/user/LectureDemostrations/videos?view=1 Lecture Demonstration's Youtube Channel]
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