Will the GDX-CFA Motor Accessory Kit work with the original CFA?July 25, 20190 The is not compatible with the . The orientation of the 3-step pulley and attachment to the structure do not allow for this combination. Manually...... Continue Reading →
How fast will the Motor Accessory Kit drive the Go Direct CFA?July 25, 20190 The is designed to work with the . The speed can be controlled to a maximum of about 9.6 radians per second (~90 revolutions per...... Continue Reading →
Can I use the Moment of Inertia Accessory kit with the original CFA?June 11, 20190 Yes, the will fit on both the and the . When using this accessory with the use a to collection angular data. The sensor will...... Continue Reading →
Go Direct Centripetal Force Apparatus, Troubleshooting and FAQsMarch 1, 20190 TROUBLESHOOTING – Primary Test: Check the unit to ensure the shaft is free spinning. Confirm that the beam is securely attached to the shaft and...... Continue Reading →
What falling mass should I use with the CFA Moment of Inertia Kit?February 28, 20190 A 50 gram mass works well with the .... Continue Reading →
What is the purpose of the spring clip on the shaft of the Go Direct Centripetal Force Apparatus?January 24, 20190 The clip is designed to hold the in place when using the . The sensor rests on this clip and rotates with the shaft to...... Continue Reading →
How do I attach the Go Direct Force and Acceleration to the Go Direct Centripetal Force Apparatus when using the Moment of Inertia Accessory Kit?January 24, 20190 The with the relies on the use of a for data collection. Remove the beam from the Go Direct Centripetal Force Apparatus and slide Go...... Continue Reading →
How do I attach my Go Direct Force and Acceleration using the bracket to my Go Direct CFA?January 24, 20190 The is used for data collection on the . When measuring centripetal acceleration it is important to use the sensor bracket in order to note...... Continue Reading →
Can I use my WDSS with the Go Direct Centripetal Force Apparatus?September 11, 20180 You can attach the to the beam of the . This will allow you to collect force and acceleration data. We recommend using the for...... Continue Reading →
Can I use a photogate with the Go Direct Centripetal Force Apparatus?September 11, 20180 You may want to use a photogate (either or ) to measure angular velocity of the to help students gain insight into rotational motion. You...... Continue Reading →