Inertia in Rotational Motion Apparatus- Engineering Lab Training Systems Description and Specifications for Lab Tenders
Inertia in Rotational Motion Apparatus- Engineering Lab Training Systems.
Technical DescriptionÂ
This apparatus enables experiments to
be performed on rotational motion in general. Weights can be fitted to a
rotating rod at marked distances from the centre. A dumbbell-shaped
arrangement is thus created; the inertia properties of this arrangement
can be changed easily and recalculated. The arrangement is fitted to a
low friction ball bearing mounted rotating drum. The system is
accelerated by a metal weight attached to a cord wrapped around the
drum. The time taken for the weight to fall is measured using a
stopwatch, the moment of inertia of the object can then be determined.
The experiment is set up quickly using table clamps and stands; it is
ideally suited to group work for 2-3 persons.