Path Time Diagram of Straight Motion Recording the Time with a Counter

The Linear Motion and Velocity Experiment is designed to study linear motion by experimentally determining velocity as the ratio of displacement to time. The setup enables students to investigate both uniform and uniformly accelerated motion using a trolley moving along a precision track. Time measurements are obtained using a light barrier and electronic counter, while additional suspended weights allow acceleration experiments based on Newton's laws of motion. Manufactured by Atico Export India.

Principle

Velocity is defined as the ratio of displacement (Δs) to the corresponding time interval (Δt). In this experiment, the displacement is measured directly from the graduated track, while the elapsed time is recorded electronically using a light barrier and counter. By attaching the trolley to suspended masses through a pulley arrangement, uniformly accelerated motion can also be investigated.

Objectives

• Determine the velocity of a moving trolley.
• Verify the relationship between displacement and time.
• Study uniform linear motion.
• Investigate uniformly accelerated motion.
• Analyze the effect of applied force on acceleration.

System Components

Track :

• Length: 1.5 m
• Quantity: 1

Trolley :

• Quantity: 1

Additional Weights :

• Pair
• Quantity: 1

Slotted Mass Hanger :

• 10 g
• Quantity: 1

Slotted Weights :

• 10 g each
• Quantity: 4

Fishing Line :

• Quantity: 1

Combination Light Barrier :

• Quantity: 1

Holder for Combination Spoked Wheel :

• Quantity: 1

Combination Spoked Wheel :

• Quantity: 1

Holding Magnet for Track :

• Quantity: 1

Holding Magnet Adapter with Release Mechanism :

• Quantity: 1

Electronic Counter :

• Quantity: 1

Multi-Core Cable :

• 6-Pole
• Length: 1.5 m
• Quantity: 1

Precision Track :

• Graduated track for accurate displacement measurements.

Electronic Time Measurement :

• Combination light barrier provides precise time measurement.

Acceleration Study :

• Pulley and suspended weights enable investigation of uniformly accelerated motion.

Easy Release Mechanism :

• Holding magnet with release mechanism ensures consistent experiment starting conditions.

Modular Design :

• Components can be assembled quickly for different motion experiments.