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3B10.2 Torsion Wave Machine (also called Shive or Bell Labs Wave Machine)

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A long array of horizontal metal bars are fixed on a central wire. Pulling up on one of the bars at one end twists the spine and send a smooth wave down to the other end and back. Also shows standing waves (see 3B22.2 Standing waves on the Torsion Wave Machine).

Parts List

Horizontal Bars in C. Oscillations & Waves, 1C

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Table Top Jacob's Ladder
Vertical Jacob's Ladder

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