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Rotating Gizmo, 3A40.18

Topic and Concept:

Location:

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Abstract:

A device operated with a hand crank causes two small, circular discs to move in simple harmonic motion. One disc moves in a circular path while the other moves in a vertical line showing the physical correspondence of SHM with the "unit" circle (sinusoidal functions).

Equipment

Location

ID Number

Rotating Gizmo

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Important Setup Notes:

Setup and Procedure:

  1. Place device on tabletop and operate with the hand crank.

Cautions, Warnings, or Safety Concerns:

Discussion:

Discuss the physics behind the demonstration, explaining some of the various steps of the demonstration when appropriate.

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