For exploring the concepts of mechanics involving linear motion on a near frictionless surface,
such as acceleration, collisions (elastic / inelastic), explosions, conservation of momentum
and simple harmonic motion etc.
Air track, the principal component of the apparatus, comprises of specially designed, rugged,
anodized, aluminium alloy extrusion providing a straight working length of 2m, is mounted
on four cast metal feet with leveling screws, two on each side positioned along the length.
Two rows of fine holes provided on each side all along the length of the track through which
jets of the air emanate to form air cushion on which the vehicles float under virtually
frictionless conditions. One end of the track has an air inlet tube connection for compressed
air supply.
The track also has a 0-200cm scale graduated in millimeters for measuring distances and
recording positions.
The kit includes various gliders, which float to and fro on the air cushion, together with a large
number of attachments to permit a comprehensive range of experiments.
*Note: image shown above is for illustration purpose only; Actual image may vary due to specification, Design, Technology and R&D.*
