1J: Statics of Rigid Bodies

Number/TitleImageDescription
1J10.09-Center of Mass Toys1j1009_center_of_mass_toys_2These toys illustrate how the center of mass of an object can allow objects to do things that seem counterintuitive.
1J10.10-Center of Mass Cans1j1010_center_of_mass_cans_2With just the right amount of liquid in the can, the center of mass is directly above the point of contact ...
1J11.50-Double Cone on Inclined Plane1j1150_double_cone_on_inclined_planeThis demonstration is counterintuitive in that it "rolls uphill" due to the cone's center of gravity.
1J30.20-Tension in a String1j3020_tension_in_a_string_4A counterintuitive demonstration that exposes students' common misunderstandings about tension and scales.
1J40.11-Large Wrench1j4011_large_wrench_3This visually shows the importance of torque. A large bolt attached to a screw is tight. One can not ...
1J40.25-Torque Wheel1j4025_torque_wheel_2Illustrates the effect of different radii in rotational torque.
1J40.41-Torque Beam (Weight Distribution)1j4041_torque_beamA rod is suspended by two spring scales. By varying the location of the spring scales you can view the ...