Although it's not always so simple to set up, a ballistic pendulum is a perfect tool for introductory physics. The basic idea is to take something that shoots an object (we use a ball launcher, but it ...

This module expands on the capabilities for teaching using a Pendulum. A pendulum by itself can provide valuable insight into harmonic motion and the relationship between frequency and period. It can ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. About 300 years ago, English scientist Benjamin Robins decided to ...

The Foucault Pendulum illustrates the rotation of the earth. It is not constrained to stay in a fixed plane like a clock pendulum, but instead its ordinary pendulum motion is free to change direction ...