Rocket bike
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PIRA index: 1N22.10
Description
A compressed gas cylinder (argon) is attached to a tricycle. When the gas is released, it propels the tricycle forwards. Can also be a fire extinguisher.
Equipment
- Rocket bike (with argon canister attached)
- helmet
- adjustable spanner/wrench
Instructions
Have a demonstrator sit on the bike with his/her feet off the pedals, preferably placed on the frame. The bike should be located at the edge of a room/area. The professor should then open the valve on the argon bottle. Once the bike has been propelled far enough, a second person should close the valve.
Keywords
rocket, bike, bicycle, tricycle, argon, gas, fire extinguisher