Chapter 20. Oscillations (Part 2): Springs ‘n’ swings
What do you do when something just happens over and over? This chapter is about dealing with oscillations, and helps you see the big picture. You’ll put together what you know about graphs, equations, forces, energy conservation and periodic motion as you tackle springs and pendulums that move with simple harmonic motion to get the ultimate “I rule” experience ... without having to repeat yourself too much.
Get rocking, not talking
You’ve heard of talking to your plants, but you ain’t seen nothing yet! Anne’s been in touch to tell you about the latest sensation that’s rocking the gardening world - her newly-patented Plant Rocker.
Anne has only patented the idea - the design is up to you!
The plant rocker needs to work for three different masses of plant
Anne has three favorite plants that she wants to rock, but they’re all different sizes (and different masses).
Your design will need to work for all three plants - and Anne insists that each of the plants needs its very own rocker.
A spring ...
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