C5-16: HERO'S ENGINE

  • ID Code: C5-16
  • Purpose: Demonstrate action and reaction in a rotational system.
  • Description:

    The boiler is partially filled with water and heated until steam is produced. The steam emerges from right-angle arms on the side of the boiler, causing the boiler to rotate in the direction opposite to that of the emerging steam.

    Danger:Do not tilt burner until it is warm.
  • Availability: Available
  • References: http://lecdem.physics.umd.edu/images/refs/refsc.htm#C5-16
  • Loc codes: C5, I0

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