Magdeburg Plates

 

Magdeburg Plates Demo Picture Magdeburg Plates Demo Picture 2 Magdeburg Plates Demo Picture 3

  • Place circular plates in contact with each other; evacuate
    air using syringe; attempt to pull plates apart.
  • Using transparent cylinder and circular plate, evacuate air
    to boil water, inflate balloon, or un-stick a suction cup.
  • Located in L02, section C3.

 

Blackboard Mechanics

 

Blackboard mechanics demo picture

  • Perform various experiments dealing with static equilibrium,
    resolution of concurrent forces, levers, torque, inclined planes, mechanical
    advantage, pulleys, physical pendulums, spring systems, center of mass, and
    friction.
  • Mount on blackboard surface by means of magnets: levers,
    inclined plane, pulleys, simple machines, roller, friction block, weights,
    springs and scales. Check out the Klinger
    website for ideas.
  • Located in L02, section B4