Description
For use with the Work Panel, the kit allows several experiments with forces pulling on one or more points at different angles. Students or teachers fi t the magnetic parts of the kit to the Work Panel to study or demonstrate three coplanar concurrent forces (triangle of forces) or more (force polygons). The kit uses masses, hooks, pulleys and cords to apply forces on a single point (concurrent). Students may also set it to apply forces to two points (non-concurrent). Students measure the forces at equilibrium and compare with theoretical values. The kit introduces ‘Bow’s Notation’ and the drawing method of fi nding the forces. The versatility of the kit means that you can set up to fi ve forces at any angles, using its cords, rings, magnetic mounts, magnetic protractors, pulleys, weights and a spring balance. we supplies each kit with a fully illustrated user guide containing theory, experiments and typical results.
Learning Outcomes
Concurrent and non–concurrent coplanar forces
An introduction to Bow’s notation and graphical analysis
Force triangles, polygons and Link polygons
Specifications
ATICO is committed to a programme of continuous improvement; hence we reserve the right to alter the design and product specifcation without prior notice.
Nett weight:
3.7 kg + 1 kg storage tray
Packed volume and weight:
Approximately 0.015 m3 and 6 kg
Parts:
• Magnetic protractors
• Magnetic pulleys
• Spring balances
• Cords with rings
• Magnetic hook points
• Lightweight hooks
• Weight hangers and weights
Operating Conditions
For use in
Well lit classroom or laboratory
Storage temperature range:
–25°C to +55°C (when packed for transport)
Operating temperature range:
+5°C to +40°C
Operating relative humidity range:
80% at temperatures < 31°C decreasing linearly to 50% at 40°C
