Friction with the Xplorer GLX ™
Determine the coefficients of static and kinetic friction and derive the equations for static and kinetic friction.
Lab Summary
In this experiment, students determine the coefficients of static and kinetic friction and derive the equations for static and kinetic friction.
Published: October 2006
Downloads
- Friction with the Xplorer GLX (1.61 MB, .zip)
Includes experiment setup, procedures and DataStudio file of sample data with analysis and GLX file of raw sample data
Here's What You Need
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PASPORT Motion Sensor (PS-2103A) - $80
Accurately measures position, velocity, and acceleration of a target. For use with PASPORT Interfaces.
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.
Xplorer GLX (PS-2002) - $349
The Xplorer GLX is a data collection, graphing, and analysis tool designed for science students and educators.
Other Products
Discover Friction Accessory (ME-8574) - $39
Four plastic trays with unique surfaces (cork, felt, and 2 plastic) to use with dynamics carts and sensors.
Ohaus Triple-Beam Balance (without Tare) (SE-8723) - $147
This Ohaus triple-beam mechanical balance (without tare) is accurate and easy to use. This balance has been a standard weighing instrument in student laboratories for decades.
Braided Physics String (SE-8050) - $22
This string is tough, resists stretching, and will not unravel. Provides 320 meters of string.
Other Materials
- 250 g or 500 g Masses from Dynamics Systems
