Work-Energy Theorem

A force sensor is used to measure the changing force applied by a stretched elastic cord, while a motion sensor records the resulting velocity of the cart. The work done by the elastic cord is compared to the increase in kinetic energy.

Grade Level: College

Subject: Physics

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PASPORT High Resolution Force Sensor

The PASPORT High Resolution Force Sensor is designed to make very high resolution measurements of pulling and pushing forces.

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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.

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The Standard PAScar Metal Track 1.2 System includes plastic PAScar dynamics carts, a 1.2-m aluminum dynamics track, and the accessories package.

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