Double Cone Runs Up a Track
When the double cone is placed at the narrow end of the track, it appears to roll uphill. In reality, the center of mass is actually going downhill.
* Equipment seen in the video may vary from equipment used in ND Demonstrations. See information and images below for ND equipment and setup.
Setup:
Place the track, cone, and rod on the lab table.
When the rod is placed on the track it rolls down the track. When the double cone is placed on the track, it appears to roll up the track.
Notes:
None
Courses Used In:
PHY 10111
PHY 10310
PHY 10410
PHY 30210
Discussion and Polling Questions:
Where is the center of mass of this system? How does it move?
Is the cone actually moving upwards?
Equipment Needed:
Wood Triangular Track
Wood Double Cone
Piece of Pipe or Rod
