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1D40.2 Air Track Inchworm

[Setup Time: 10 Min.] [Current Condition: Good]

Info

Two riders are attached by a spring with a card on the spring indicating the center of mass.

Parts List

Air Track in K. Oversized, 1B-2B

Blower in K. Oversized, 1A

Small Riders connected by spring in K. Big Items, 1A and 1C

Relevant Simulation

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Other Information

Air Track Inchworm

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