Coupled Oscillator
Make observations of a coupled oscillator.
Lab Summary
In this experiment, students will make observations of a coupled oscillator.
Published: May 2003
Downloads
- Coupled Oscillator - PASPORT (237 KB, .zip)
Includes experiment setup, procedures and DataStudio files with sample data
- Coupled Oscillator - ScienceWorkshop (494 KB, .zip)
Includes experiment setup, procedures and DataStudio files with sample data
Here's What You Need
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Probeware (PASPORT Systems)
PASPORT Force Sensor (PS-2104) - $110
Designed to measure both pulling and pushing forces. Uses range from collisions to tug-of-war. For use with PASPORT Interfaces.
PASPORT Voltage-Current Sensor (PS-2115) - $99
Allows students to safely measure voltage and current simultaneously without overloading the sensor. For use with PASPORT Interfaces.
Xplorer GLX (PS-2002) - $349
The Xplorer GLX is a data collection, graphing, and analysis tool designed for science students and educators.
Probeware (ScienceWorkshop Systems)
Force Sensor (CI-6537) - $210
Designed to measure both pulling and pushing forces allowing labs from cart collisions to tug-of-war.
Current Sensor (CI-6556) - $49
Determines the current through the sensor by measuring the voltage across the internal resistor.
750 Interface, USB (CI-7650) - $679
The 750 Interface allows students to measure force, temperature, pressure, angular velocity, acceleration, current, and magnetic field with a built-in function generator and oscilloscope mode.
Other Products (Requires 2 of each)
Large Rod Base (ME-8735) - $89
A sturdy, general-purpose base can support one or two rods, and is ideal for experiment setups that require extra stability.
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Alnico Bar Magnets (2 Pack) (EM-8620) - $26
Comprised of alloy mix of Al, Ni, and Co, is stronger and last longer than Iron magnets.
Other Products (Requires 3)
Banana Plug Cord-Red (5 Pack) (SE-9750) - $20
Heavy insulation patch cords are convenient, durable and inexpensive. Set of 5 red assembled cords.
Other Materials
- Harmonic Springs (2)
- Small Binder Clips (2)
- 7cm Cardboard Tubes (2)
