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Product Summary
This unique system has curved track that allows your students to build hills and valleys for Conservation of Energy experiments. Data is collected using the sensors onboard the Smart Cart. Unlike when Motion Sensors are used to track the cart, the Smart Cart does not have to be in the direct line of sight of the sensor, so it can go over hills. And, the Smart Cart is wireless, so no extra friction is introduced.
The curved and straight track pieces can be combined to form a step, so the cart starts out on a nearly level upper step, travels down the step, and ends on a level straight section. This makes measuring the change in height very easy.
During the experiments, the mass of the cart is varied to see what effect, if any, it has on the results.
Another configuration forms a potential well so the cart oscillates back and forth.
This versatile system can also be used for regular dynamics experiments such as impulse and Newton’s Second Law.
What's Included
- 2x PAStrack (ME-6960)
- 2x Curved PAStrack (ME-6841)
- 4x Track Rod Clamp (ME-9836)
- 1x Dynamics Track End Stop (2 pack) (ME-8971)
- 2x Stainless Steel Rod, 60 cm Threaded (ME-8977)
- 2x Round Base with Rod (ME-8270)
- 2x Small “A” Base (ME-8976)
- 1x Cart Mass (Set of 2) (ME-6757A)
- 1x Smart Cart (Red) (ME-1240)
- 1x Smart Cart Rod Stand Adapter (ME-1244)
Data Collection Software
This product requires PASCO software for data collection and analysis. We recommend the following option(s). For more information on which is right for your classroom, see our Software Comparison: SPARKvue vs. Capstone »
Connectivity Options
This product can connect directly to your computer or device with the following technologies. No Interface required. See the following guide for details regarding device compatibility: Wireless Bluetooth Product Compatibility »
Support Documents
Manuals | ||
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Cart Masses Manual | English - 212.75 KB | |
Curved PAStrack Manual | English - 535.22 KB | |
Dynamics Track End Stop Manual | English - 222.06 KB | |
PASTrack Manual | English - 405.80 KB | |
Smart Cart Rod Stand Adapter Instruction Sheet | English - 283.27 KB | |
Track Rod Clamp Manual | English - 130.57 KB | |
Wireless Smart Cart Manual | English - 2.16 MB | |
Safety Sheets | ||
Lithium Battery Safety Data Sheet | English - 593.56 KB |