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3B22.2 Standing waves on the Torsion Wave Machine.html

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

Info

Same apparatus as 3B10.2 Torsion Wave Machine (Also called Shive or Bell Labs Wave Machine). Moving one end gently by hand, it is easy to set up a standing wave.

Parts List

Horizontal Bars in C. Oscillations & Waves, 1C

Relevant Simulation

Demo Example (Through 2 Sets):

Demo Example (Through 3 Sets):

Other Information

Table Top Jacob's Ladder

Real-Life Examples

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