I'm a Fan of Acceleration
Predict the acceleration of a fan cart.
Lab Summary
In this experiment, students will predict the acceleration of a fan cart.
Published: November 2002
Downloads
- I'm a Fan of Acceleration - PASPORT (66 KB, .zip)
Includes experiment setup, procedures and DataStudio file
- I'm a Fan of Acceleration - ScienceWorkshop (74 KB, .zip)
Includes experiment setup, procedures and DataStudio file
Here's What You Need
U.S. Educator prices shown.
Probeware (PASPORT System)
PASPORT Motion Sensor (PS-2103A) - $80
Accurately measures position, velocity, and acceleration of a target. 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 System)
Motion Sensor II (CI-6742A) - $95
Accurately measures position, velocity, and acceleration of a target.
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
1.2 m PAScar Dynamics System (ME-6955) - $259
Equip your lab with carts and a high-quality 1.2 m aluminum track.
Fan Accessory (ME-9491) - $59
Provides carts self propulsion capability and includes a safety guard to protect student's fingers.
Other Materials
- Meter Stick
