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1M40.4 Loop the Loop - Ball

[Setup Time: 5 Min.] [Current Condition: Good]

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A ball rolls down between two tracks and then around a vertical loop. Rolling energy–and the fact that the rolling diameter is less than the diameter of the ball–makes the analysis slightly different from the track.

1M40.3 Loop the Loop - Car with Unattached Weight is strongly preferred.

Additionally, an Arduino setup tries to release the balls in such a way that they leave the track at the same time- contact me in advance to see if it's operational.

Parts List

Metal Loop Track and Straight Section in A. Mechanics, 1A

Metal Ball in A. Mechanics, 1A

Table Stand by back wall

Bumper in A. Mechanics, 1A

Relevant Simulation

Racing balls | UCLA ePhysics

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Loop the Loop

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