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Accessory Adapters (sold separately)
Dynamics Track Adapter (DTA-DFS)
This adapter extends the versatility of your force sensor
by increasing mounting possibilities. It is designed to
attach to either a Vernier Dynamics Track or a PASCO
Dynamics Track. Multiple mounting options allow for
sensor-to-sensor or sensor-to-cart collision measurements.
Includes two magnetic bumper attachments.
Air Track Adapter (ATA-DFS)
Allows the Dual-Range Force Sensor to be mounted
on the end of an air track for collision studies.
Compatible with most air tracks distributed or made
by PASCO Scientific, Central Scientific, or Daedalon
Corporation. Includes two magnetic bumpers.
Force Table Adapter (FTA-DFS)
Use your Dual-Range Force Sensor with your force table
for resolution of vector experiments. Includes mounting
clamp for tables up to ¾ inch thick.
PASCO Cart Adapter (PCA-DFS)
This adapter is designed to attach the Dual-Range Force
Sensor to a PASCO dynamics cart.
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Some Suggested Experiments
Collision Experiments
Screw a vertical rod through the hole in the
Dual-Range Force Sensor. Collide the
dynamics cart into the stationary collision
bumper on the Dual-Range Force Sensor. This
experiment requires a lab interface that can
sample fast enough to get many readings during
the collision of the cart/glider and the Dual-
Range Force Sensor.
If you want to compare the integral of the force vs. time graph with the change in
momentum of the cart/glider there are two ways to do so:
1. Use a Motion Detector and Dual-Range Force Sensor to make graphs of the
motion and the force at the same time.
2. Use a photogate and timing software to measure the speed of the cart before and
after the collision.
Studying Friction
Use the Dual-Range Force Sensor as a replacement for a spring scale. Run a string
from the Dual-Range Force Sensor to a block of wood. Measure the force as you pull
the block along a horizontal surface. You can investigate how frictional force is
affected by surface area and type of surface. You can also compare static and
dynamic friction.
Simple Harmonic Motion
Mount the Dual-Range Force Sensor and hang a mass from a
spring connected to the beam as shown here. Start the mass
oscillating and plot the force vs. time. A sinusoidal graph will be
produced. Using most programs, you can plot graphs of the
motion of the mass and monitor force at the same time. This
allows you to compare the phase of the force and motion graphs.