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Title: Atwood's Machine
PIRA: 1G 10.40

Demonstrates: Acceleration.
Description: Pulley with small and large radius.
Instructions: Set up as in schematic.
Items Used: Atwood's Machine, string, masses.

Notes: Requires dedicated setup time. Math Description: None.

Size: 81'' H x 2' Diameter (of disk). Condition: Good. Hazard: None.
Schematic: None. Tech Specs: None. Web Links: http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/atwd.html
History: http://physics.kenyon.edu/EarlyApparatus/Mechanics/Atwoods_Machine/Atwoods_Machine.html
http://physics.bu.edu/%7eduffy/semester1/c5_atwood.html

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