Uniform Acceleration: Motion in One Dimension
PASCO Science Workshop: Inclined Air Track
PIRA Class: 1C20.30
Uniform Acceleration: Motion in One Dimension
PASCO Science Workshop: Inclined Air Track
PIRA Class: 1C20.30
Purpose
To observe graphically real-time horizontal and then inclined
motion (w/o friction)
Description
Using the PASCO Motion Detector, observe the motion of a cart
on a horizontal air track & then an inclined air track.
1. PASCO Interface & motion detector will be set up w/
supporting computer
2. Sc. Wksp. File: Motion
3. Record motion of cart (w/echo screen in place) on flat air
track
4. Incline air track using a small block and record motion of
cart (released "up" the air track)
Equipment
Air Track & Accessories, small wood block, Air Supply,
Motion Detector & PASCO Interface