1M40.40 - Ballistic Pendulum

Ballistic pendulum

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PIRA Classification: 1M40.40

Descriptions: A vacuum bazooka is aimed at a specially made block (1 kg) which hangs 1 meter from the top of a frame. When the bazooka is fired, a motion sensor will measure the horizontal displacement of the block. The velocity of the ball (2.7 g) can then be calculated.

Special Instructions: None

Condition: OK

Setup time: 5 minutes

Safety Issues: This is loud.