Friction and Newton's Laws

Sliding friction is measured by using a photogate to measure the acceleration of a Friction Tray as it is being pulled along a horizontal track by a falling mass.

Grade Level: College

Subject: Physics

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Featured Equipment

Photogate Head

Photogate Head

Monitors the motion of objects passing through its gate, counting events as the object breaks the infrared beam.

Discover Friction Accessory

Discover Friction Accessory

Four plastic trays with unique surfaces (cork, felt, and 2 plastic) to use with dynamics carts and sensors.

Basic PAScar Metal Track 1.2m System

Basic PAScar Metal Track 1.2 m System

The Basic PAScar Metal Track 1.2 System includes plastic PAScar dynamics carts and a 1.2-m aluminum dynamics track. The accessories package is not included.

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