1D50.55 - Centripetal Acceleration at Different Radii

Centripetal acceleration

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PIRA Classification: 1D50.55

Description: Two accelerometers are mounted on a rotating platform. One is located 5 cm from the center, the other is located 20 cm from the center. When the beam is spun, the acceleration of each instrument is displayed on a graph.

Special Instructions: Press spacebar to collect data.

Condition: Good

Setup time: 5 minutes

Safety Issues: None