Conical Pendulum

bowling ball
PIRA: 
1D50.25
Area: 
1 Mechanics
Topic: 
1D Motion in Two Dimensions
Concept: 
Central Forces

 

Hang a bowling ball from a ceiling hook for a large conical pendulum to rotate at a steady slow speed. Smaller versions are available.

 

Demo Contact

Scott Thomas
Demonstration Manager
828-262-2435
thomassa@appstate.edu