In this experiment, students use the Xplorer GLX to achieve a kinesthetic understanding of kinematic graphs.

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• Xplorer GLX (PS-2002)
• Motion Sensor (PS-2103)
• Adjustable Angle Clamp (ME-8744)
• Whiteboard -- optional

1. Stand in front of a wall or stand in front of a lab partner holding a whiteboard.


2. Observe the Graph.


3. Press the Start Button on the GLX.


4. Try to match the position-time graph.


5. After 11 seconds, press the Stop Button.

6. Press the button and select "Graph 2" as in the picture above.


7. The "error" graph will give a score in units of "m*s." The lower the score, the better.


8. Press the button and select "Graph 1" to return to the original graph.

9. Using the arrow and check buttons, navigate to and select the Run number as in the picture above. Delete the data run, if necessary.


10. Repeat the previous steps several times and report your best score to your instructor.

1. Sketch a velocity-time graph from the position-time graph.


2. Sketch an acceleration-time graph from the position-time graph.


3. Write a paragraph which describes your motion in the graph. Be as descriptive as possible. Include speeds, directions, positions, etc.