PIRT Unveils New Pendulum Wave Display

The Physics & Astronomy Instructional Resource Team unveiled a major new display this Spring (2005). Located with the Physics & Astronomy displays in the Physical Science F Wing lobby, the automated Pendulum Wave machine has been delighting and mesmerizing viewers ranging from faculty to school children. Wayne Easterling of PIRT was the project lead, with Tim Cook of PIRT providing some assistance. Gary Jarrette of the Physics & Astronomy Mechanical Instrument Shop fabricated the machine as well as engineering the drive mechanism. The machine is active from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM M-F, except on University Holidays. Come and see it in action!

Pendulum Wave Movie (Windows streaming) (QuickTime streaming)

 

 

Arizona State University’s Pendulum Wave Display in the Physical Science F Wing Lobby

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