Stable, Unstable, and Neutral Equilibium: Tightrope Walking
Photo shows the demonstration used at the University of Texas at Austin.
Concepts Conveyed:
- Stable, unstable, and neutral equilibrium.
- Adding mass influences the act of balancing.
Instructions / Notes:
- This demonstration includes a toy bear (His name is Paddy!), 2 pairs of weights, and a tightrope made of string.
Demo Staff:
- Clamp both rings stands to the table.
Last updated on July 25, 2024