NEWTON'S 2ND LAW

1G10.40 ATWOOD'S MACHINE



1G10.40 Atwood's Machine

Two equal masses are hung on a pulley. A small increase in mass on one side causes masses to accelerate.

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Setup Requirements: Ask ahead of time. Assembled as needed.

 

Equations: F = ma   a = (m2-m1) x g / (m2+m1)

 

Safety Issues: none