Vertical Projectile Launcher, 1C20.60

Topic and Concept:

• Motion in One Dimension, [:MotionIn1D#UniformAcceleration: 1F20. Uniform Acceleration]

Location:

• Cabinet: [:MechanicsCabinet:Mechanic (ME)]

• Bay: [:MechanicsCabinetBayA1:(A1)]

• Shelf: #1

  attachment:PascoLaucher-02-400.jpg

Abstract:

Using the Pasco projectile launcher - A projectile is launched vertically from a risen platform relative to the ground. The projectile will reach a maximum height, stop, then fall the the ground reaching its greatest speed just before impact. Insert succinct description of demonstration.

Important Setup Notes:

• N/A

Setup and Procedure:

1. Position the Pasco launcher on the table, and adjust the angle so that it is oriented vertically relative to the floor.
2. Load the launcher by placing a Pasco projectile in the launcher, and push it down with the loading rod until the

Cautions, Warnings, or Safety Concerns:

• DO NOT look down the barrel of the projectile launcher - a spontaneous launch could take your eye!
• Take care to not aim the projectile launcher at or near the audience; also keep in mind the possible post-contact trajectories of the projectile.

Discussion:

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

Videos:

• [https://www.youtube.com/user/LectureDemostrations/videos?view=1 Lecture Demonstration's Youtube Channel]

References:

• List any references

[:Instructional:Home]