Theory and Design for Mechanical Measurements
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ISBN: 9781118881279
Author: Richard S. Figliola, Donald E. Beasley
Publisher: WILEY
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Chapter 1, Problem 1.35P
The acceleration of a cart down a plane inclined at an angle a to horizontal can be determined by measuring the change in speed of the cart at two points, separated by a distance s, along the inclined plane. Suppose two photocells are fixed at the two points along the plane. Each photocell measures the time for the cart, which has a length L, to pass it. Identify the important variables in this test. List any assumptions that you feel are intrinsic to such a test. Suggest a concomitant approach. How would you interpret the data to answer the question?
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