Simple Harmonic Motion and Spring Constant Mechanics Lab Experiments

This apparatus is designed for studying the elastic properties of springs and simple harmonic motion. It enables verification of Hooke’s Law, determination of the spring stiffness coefficient, and investigation of Hall switch sensor characteristics and applications. Manufactured by Atico Export India.

Experiments:

1. Verification of Hooke’s Law

• Investigate the relationship between applied force and spring extension
• Verify Hooke’s Law experimentally
• Determine the stiffness coefficient (spring constant) of the spring

2. Spring Oscillation and Simple Harmonic Motion

• Study the simple harmonic motion of a spring-mass system
• Measure oscillation periods under different loading conditions
• Calculate the spring stiffness coefficient from dynamic measurements
• Compare static and dynamic methods for determining spring constants

3. Hall Switch Sensor Investigation

• Study the operating principle of a Hall switch sensor
• Measure the response characteristics of the sensor
• Explore practical applications of magnetic sensing technology

• Hooke’s Law Verification
• Spring Constant Determination
• Simple Harmonic Motion Studies
• Oscillation Period Measurements
• Elasticity and Mechanics Education
• Hall Sensor Demonstrations
• Undergraduate Physics Laboratory Training

Jolly Balance Ruler

• Measuring Range: 0 to 551 mm
• Reading Accuracy: 0.02 mm

Counter / Timer

• Timing Accuracy: 1 ms
• Equipped with Data Storage Function

Spring

• Wire Diameter: 0.5 mm
• Outer Diameter: 12 mm

Integrated Hall Switch Sensor

• Critical Sensing Distance: 9 mm

Magnetic Steel

• Diameter: 12 mm
• Thickness: 2 mm

Weights Included

• 1 g Weights × 10
• 20 g Weight × 1
• 50 g Weight × 1

• Combines Static and Dynamic Spring Experiments
• High-Precision Jolly Balance Measurement System
• Integrated Hall Switch Sensor for Additional Experiments
• Millisecond Timing Accuracy
• Simple and Reliable Operation
• Ideal for Fundamental Mechanics and Oscillation Studies