Projectile Launcher Kit

This kit includes:

• Spring-loaded launcher
• Protractor with metal bob
• Metal ball
• Plastic ball

This kit includes components needed for the Visual Scientifics Projectile Launcher experiment. The included laboratory manual and student worksheet describes experiments useful in demonstrating velocity, potential & kinetic energy. The manual includes resources for instructors to help with lesson planning and to help student carry out the experiments. The activities cover approximately 2-3 hours of classroom or laboratory time, and cover Common Core Standards and Next Generation Science Standards Concepts.

Please note that this kit does not include all required components for the experiments outlined in the laboratory manual.

Required/Recommended Components (*not included)

• Visual Scientifics magnetic base
• Video camera for extensions
• Graphing software
• Photogate System (PHVSPGS)
• Carbon paper
• Masking tape
• Cup or box for extensions