1M40.48  CONSERVATION OF ENERGY - SPRING GUN


  • Energy is transferred from a brass ball to a target box.
  • Block must be placed at point where ball leaves shaft.
  • Aim carefully.

       (elevate track with a 2 x 4 and 2 - 1/8" masonite pieces at each end)

  • A force probe is used to determine frictional force.
  • For best results, pull force probe slowly.

  • Shoot ball vertically to check calculation.
  • May not work in room with low ceiling.















       (mount 2 m ruler to clamping stand)

  • Shoot ball horizontally to check calculation.
  • Place ball catcher box ~4 m away.


       (mount spring gun on side of short, tall cart.)
       (hold tarp in box with binder clips)

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