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Revision as of 16:14, 28 May 2015

Back to 1D - Motion in two dimensions
PIRA index: 1D50.20

Description

Similar to a whirligig, this demonstration shows how a lighter mass can lift a heavier mass using tension in a string.

Equipment

  • 2 masses
  • string
  • pulleys, rods, and c-clamps setup

Instructions

Set up the pulleys, rods, and c-clamps as shown in the image. Thread the string through the pulleys and attach it to each end of a masses. Lightly swing the smaller mass in order to lift the heavier one off the table.

Keywords

light mass, lift, heavy mass

Images & Movies