by: James Bickel Dean Dudley Chip Hovis Newton’s Trap by: James Bickel Dean Dudley Chip Hovis
Our Team:
Overview: Total build time = 7 hours (including tests) Materials Used = Mostly scraps found around Room 13 Wood, traps, PVC etc. Goal of project = Push van down the ramp using multiple energy conversions
Energy: Types of Energy Conversions Used Elastic Potential Gravitational Potential Kinetic Conservation of Momentum
Problems: Issues encountered building project: Limited supplies Trouble with Newton’s Cradle Safety Issues (marble being launched)