1J20.40 Balancing Man
Concepts
Centre-of-gravity, modes of oscillation
Overview
Low-hanging masses help a man balance on the block of wood.
Details
Equipment
- [1] Balancing man
- [1] Block of wood
Script
- Place the block on the front bench.
- Balance the man on the block.
Optional: the balancing man may be used to demonstrate an oscillator with two different modes of oscillation. Different frequencies are observed when the man is displaced from equilibrium parallel or perpendicular to the weights.
Additional Resources
References
- PIRA 1J20.40
Disclaimer
- Don't attempt this at home!
Last revised
- 2022
Technicals
- Original construction: the balancing man was purchased. The block of wood is approximately 1" x 1" x 6".
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