C7-44: COLLISIONS - HOVERPUCKS

PURPOSE: To demonstrate two-dimensional collisions.

DESCRIPTION: Two battery-powered hoverpucks, as shown. Can be used to demonstrate a variety of two-dimensional collisions and motion. Velcro collars are available for inelastic collisions.

SUGGESTIONS:As the pucks are stored uncharged to extend battery life, please order early and allow 2 hours for charging.

REFERENCES:PIRA unknown.

EQUIPMENT: Two hoverpucks, as shown.

SETUP TIME: None (but note charging time above).


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