Spring Motion Cradle ~ Novelty Physics Fidget!
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Description
My 3D-printed design of a Newton’s cradle uses balls on springs to illustrate key physics principles. While the 3D-printed construction limits the persistence of motion, it serves as an excellent visual representation of the conservation of momentum and energy. When one ball is pulled back, it stores elastic potential energy in the spring. Upon release, this energy is converted into kinetic energy, transferring momentum through the system. The setup highlights how energy transformations and momentum conservation operate in real-world systems, making it an engaging and tangible educational tool for exploring these fundamental concepts.
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