Physics Experiments - SD
Physics Experiments - SD
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
Demonstration of short physics experiments.
Amperage conversion at a transformer
In this experiment, low amperage is applied to one side of a transformer, which consists of two coils with a different number of windings and an iron core, while a much higher amperage can be measured on the other side. This current is sufficient to melt a nail.
Oct 5, 2016
1 min
Voltage conversion at a transformer
In this experiment, low voltage is applied to one side of a transformer, which consists of two coils with a different number of windings and an iron core, while a much higher voltage can be measured on the other side.
Oct 5, 2016
1 min
Exploding wire
In this experiment, a capacitor and a thin wire are get short-circuited. The current flowing through the wire is strong enough to cause an explosion.
Aug 23, 2016
Maxwell‘s Wheel
In this experiment, a Maxwell‘s Wheel rolls down a rail. A force measurement shows that while the wheel is moving, measured gravitational force of the wheel is slightly smaller compared to it‘s resting state. The explanation for this is the force distribution among the vertical acceleration (which is measurable) and the angular acceleartion of the wheel.
Aug 22, 2016
1 min
Induced voltage in a magnetic field
In this experiment, a conductor swing is set in motion within a magnetic field, and the voltage difference at it‘s ends is measured. The electrons in the conductor are shifted periodically due to the Lorentz force while the conductor swings. This works the other way round, too: By applying an electric current to the conductor, the swing is moved sideways.
Mar 10, 2016
1 min
Pneumatic Lighter
In this experiment, an oil dabbed cotton wool within an airtight test tube ignites because of heat produced by the adiabatic process running while compressing the air.
Mar 10, 2016
49 sec
Two coupled pendulums
In this experiment the oscillation of a coupled pendulum can be investigated. The oscillation is measured and examined by using a Fourier transformation.
Nov 26, 2012
5 min
Standing wave
A rope, put under tension using a weight, is forced to 12 oscillate. The experiment is performed when different frequencies and weights are applied. This results in different harmonic oscillations.
Nov 26, 2012
3 min
High temperature super-conductor
A high-temperature super-conductor is cooled down using liquid nitrogen. When reaching the critical temperature, a magnetic cube lying on top of the super-conductor begins to levitate.
Nov 26, 2012
3 min
Electron Beam Deflection
An electron beam may be observed inside a Teltron tube. Its direction is changed when modifying the external magnetic field. This forces the electrons on a circular track.
Nov 26, 2012
1 min
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