Vertical Acceleration Apparatus
Product Code : JA-FMDE-9435
The Vertical Acceleration Apparatus (SKU JA-FMDE-9435) is a demonstration apparatus for projectile motion that shows an object projected horizontally and an object dropped from the same height landing at the same time. It answers the classic question of whether a bullet fired horizontally or one dropped from the same height lands first, and shows that vertical acceleration is independent of horizontal velocity. JaincoLab makes it for school and college mechanics lessons.
Specifications
The listing specifies the apparatus by its demonstration: two objects released together, one moving horizontally and one falling straight down from the same height, reach the ground at the same moment. Dimensions, materials and the release mechanism are not stated in the product data and are confirmed on the quotation.
| Product | Vertical Acceleration Apparatus |
| SKU | JA-FMDE-9435 |
| Demonstration | An object projected horizontally and one dropped from the same height land at the same time |
| Principle shown | Vertical acceleration is independent of horizontal velocity |
Uses of the vertical acceleration apparatus for projectile motion
The apparatus is used when projectile motion is introduced, so that students can see and hear both objects land together before the horizontal and vertical components of motion are analysed separately.
- Showing that horizontal and vertical motion are independent in projectile motion
- Comparing a horizontally projected object with one in free fall from the same height
- Introducing the constant acceleration due to gravity for all falling bodies
- Supporting kinematics topics in secondary-school and junior college physics
Scope of supply and ordering
The listing covers the Vertical Acceleration Apparatus for the demonstration described above. The objects supplied, the release arrangement and any accessories are confirmed on the quotation.
Minimum order quantity, lead time and packing are confirmed on each quotation for the quantity and the delivery destination. JaincoLab supplies single schools, colleges and bulk education orders, including export consignments to buyers in Africa, the Middle East and South and South-East Asia.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Vertical Acceleration Apparatus demonstrate?
It shows that an object projected horizontally and an object dropped from the same height land at the same time, because vertical acceleration does not depend on horizontal velocity.
Which topic is it used for?
It is used when teaching projectile motion and free fall in school and college mechanics.
Are dimensions and materials listed?
No. The size, materials and release mechanism are not stated in the listing and are confirmed on the quotation.
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