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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
A metal disc is balanced on either side by small masses and rolls down a rope. This simulates a tightrope walker using a long pole to balance himself.<br> | A metal disc is balanced on either side by small masses and rolls down a rope. This simulates a tightrope walker using a long pole to balance himself.<br> | ||
| − | Also known as a | + | Also known as a '''funambule''' in french. |
==Equipment== | ==Equipment== | ||
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==Instructions== | ==Instructions== | ||
| − | Attach a taut string between two rods at a small angle (15 - | + | Attach a taut string between two rods at a small angle (15 - 30°). Place the tightrope walker at the highest point of the string and watch it travel down. |
==Keywords== | ==Keywords== | ||
Revision as of 12:36, 26 June 2014
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Description
A metal disc is balanced on either side by small masses and rolls down a rope. This simulates a tightrope walker using a long pole to balance himself.
Also known as a funambule in french.
Equipment
- Tightrope walker
- String
- Two c-clamps with rods
Instructions
Attach a taut string between two rods at a small angle (15 - 30°). Place the tightrope walker at the highest point of the string and watch it travel down.
Keywords
tightrope, walker, funambule, balance, center, mass, gravity, rope, disc
Images & Movies
Figure1
Movie1
