Driven Oscillation of Mass and Spring

The String Vibrator is used to drive the mass and spring, and the resulting oscillation is recorded using the Motion Sensor. The driving frequency is varied to observe the response above, below and at the resonance frequency of the system.

Grade Level: College

Subject: Physics

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String Vibrator

Drives a string or elastic cord to produce a standing wave. Use it to study frequency, wavelength, and resonance. It’s well-suited for demos and hands-on experiments.

PASPORT Motion Sensor

The PASPORT Motion Sensor accurately measures the position, velocity, and acceleration of a target. It can be used to track the motion of balls, carts, people, and more.

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