Projectile Motion: Simultaneous Fall

The photo shows the demonstration used at the University of Texas at Austin.

Instructions / Notes:

• The apparatus shoots two blocks simultaneously.
• One of blocks will have a horizontal trajectory.
• The second ball does a straight drop downward.
• Lift bar to release the blocks.
• Listen for the sound of the blocks striking the pans. Only one clank should be heard.

Demo Staff:

• The ring stand needs to be clamped to the table.

Close up showing the blocks loaded & the spring launcher in the cocked position.

The video shows the demonstration used at the University of Texas at Austin.

Last updated on July 25, 2024