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G1-51: INVERTED SPRING PENDULUM

PURPOSE: To illustrate a form of periodic vibration.

DESCRIPTION: A mass is attached to the top of a rigid metal rod. Tweek the mass to start the motion. This is a good approximation to SHM.

SUGGESTIONS:

REFERENCES: (PIRA 3A10.20

EQUIPMENT: As photographed.

SETUP TIME: None.


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