Pulley with Masses

For the previous two classes we were assigned numerous programming options in order to lift different masses at varying accelerations. In this there were three designated weights and speeds, which were programmed into our robots. When instructed to start our robot would pull the weight at the speed provided. This data would then be collected and stored in a database automatically collected. This spreadsheet contained the necessary information needed to compute the formulas for f=ma. Based on these formulas charts were created to demonstrate the information graphically and show the linear relationships. Through these charts it can be seen that the greater the weight the slower the acceleration and the less weight the faster the acceleration. Also seen is the less the power level, the less the acceleration. These relationships were related to the topics discussed in class including Newton’s Laws on Motion and Inertia as well as the energy output.

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