Great Race

In this lab, students will race the Fan Cart and Motorized Cart.The Fan Cart gets off to a slow start, but has a constant acceleration. The Motorized Cart has a constant speed and initially pulls out ahead. But what determines who wins the race?

Grade Level: College

Subject: Physics

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Featured Equipment

PASPORT Motion Sensor

The PASPORT Motion Sensor accurately measures the position, velocity, and acceleration of a target. It can be used to track the motion of balls, carts, people, and more.

Variable Speed Motorized Cart

Cart has adjustable speed and climbs up a 30 degree slope.

Super Fan Cart

Super Fan Cart provides a constant force and is rechargeable and programmable.

Basic PAScar Metal Track 1.2 m System

The Basic PAScar Metal Track 1.2 System includes plastic PAScar dynamics carts and a 1.2-m aluminum dynamics track. The accessories package is not included.

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