Mj-2 Centre of Mass Motion
Aim
To demonstrate that the centre of mass of a system subject to no external forces remains stationary.
Apparatus
- Linear air track
- Centre of mass glider
Centre of Mass Motion Setup and Diagram.
Description
The glider consists of a freely swinging pendulum. As the pendulum swings back and forth the glider moves in such a way that the centre of mass remains at rest.