Experiments for Engineering Education
Using SensorDAQ

The Vernier SensorDAQ, our new interface designed for engineering educators, is now shipping. This USB interface, created in collaboration with National Instruments, combines the ease of use of Vernier sensors, the versatility of screw-terminal connectors for custom inputs and outputs, and the programming and analysis power of National Instruments LabVIEW® software. Sample VIs, sample experiments for SensorDAQ, can now be found on our web site.

In these experiments, we start with an engineering concept, discuss detailed steps for testing or performing the concept, and provide LabVIEW steps and final VIs for creating the required program. The SensorDAQ experiments provide a great way for students to learn LabVIEW and become familiar with controlling a data-acquisition instrument—all while examining an engineering concept in a hands-on environment. To learn more about SensorDAQ and to download the free experiments, go to www.vernier.com/sensordaq

Free Spectrometer Labs

We have six lab experiments posted on our web site for use with the Vernier Spectrometer. These labs will introduce your students to the common use of a spectrometer, from the classic Beer's law to emissions from discharge tubes, to a novel look at theatrical lighting filters. Visit www.vernier.com/spectrometer

Activities for Wireless Dynamics Sensor System

We now have data-collection activities available for the Wireless Dynamics Sensor System on our web site. The 46-page booklet contains 7 activities that investigate force, acceleration, and their interrelationship, all using the WDSS. The six activities include Vernier standards, such as Newton's Second Law, Newton's Third Law, and Bungee Jump. There are also some new activities, such as Investigating Crumple Zones and Mission to Titan, adapted from teacher training materials created by Chris Butlin, Educational Consultant, York, UK. These free activities are a great way to get your students started with the WDSS. Go to www.vernier.com/wdss