Vernier Dynamics System

Description

We’ve engineered our dynamics system to be the best value in your physics classroom. Our carts are extremely low friction, and they stay that way due to sealed bearings. The machined wheels are truly round, unlike molded wheels. The Vernier Dynamics System is a perfect match for the Vernier Motion Detector.

Combination Dynamics Track and Optics Bench

The Combination Dynamics Track and Optical Bench is black anodized aluminum and includes a metric scale. Extremely rigid, this track will not sag under use. A collection of stops, feet, and brackets to hold Photogates and Motion Detector complete the kit.

Vernier Dynamics Carts

The Vernier carts are used for kinematics and dynamics experiments. Attach a Dual Range Force Sensor or Wireless Dynamics Sensor System, or use the carts with our redesigned Vernier Motion Detector. Roll the cart down a ramp to study constant acceleration, or use two carts to study momentum conservation. With extremely low friction due to sealed bearings and machined wheels, this superior cart gives very high quality data. Interchangeable magnetic and hook-and-pile end caps makes it versatile. The Plunger Cart has a spring-loaded plunger for consistent collisions, while the Standard Cart is similar, but has no plunger. Vernier carts are compatible with other common carts and tracks.

Need a Longer Track?

The Vernier Dynamics System – Long Track includes the same carts and accessories as the standard system, but substitutes a 2.2 m track for the 1.2 m track.

Experiments and Lab Ideas

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  Advanced Physics with Vernier - Mechanics (11)

  Includes student instructions, teacher tips, safety information, and sample data.

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  • 1 Motion on an Incline
  • 3 Newton's First Law
  • 4 Newton's Second Law
  • 5 Newton's Third Law
  • 7 Energy Storage and Transfer: Elastic Energy
  • 8 Energy Storage and Transfer: Kinetic Energy
  • 9 Energy Storage and Transfer: Gravitational Energy
  • 10A Impulse and Momentum (Motion Detector)
  • 10B Impulse and Momentum (Photogate)
  • 11A Momentum and Collisions (Motion Detectors)
  • 11B Momentum and Collisions (Photogates)

Lab Ideas and Innovative Uses

What’s Included

• Standard cart with magnetic and hook-and-pile end caps
• Plunger cart with magnetic and hook-and-pile end caps
• Mass – 500 g
• Combination 1.2 m dynamics track/optics bench
• Adjustable leveling feet
• Mounting hardware for Dual-Range Force Sensor and accelerometers

• Adjustable end stop
• Motion detector bracket
• 2 photogate brackets
• Rod clamp
• User manual