Air track

Back to 1C - Motion in one dimension
PIRA index: 1C10.25

Description

An air track demonstrates frictionless 1-D travel as well as 1-D frictionless collisions.

Equipment

• 2 metre long air track
• Air pump
• Flexible hose
• Power cable
• Extension cord
• Gliders (with magnets/pins)
  • Motion detectors and computer/software

Instructions

Place air track on a flat, level surface. Adjust feet screws to level the track. Connect hose from pump to track and turn on pump. Adjust pump speed as necessary. Demonstrate frictionless travel and/or collisions using gliders.

Keywords

air, track, frictionless, motion

Images & Movies

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