Oscillating ring.


A18-1 Oscillating ring.
Purpose: To show physical pendula.
Description: A ring is suspended from a knife edge at a point on its periphery so it acts as a physical pendulum in its plane. A simple pendulum whose length is equal to the diameter of the ring is suspended beside it so the equality of periods can be observed.
References: My-3.
Equipment: Ring, knife edge, simple pendulum.

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