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ERIC Number: EJ378059
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1988
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A Photogate Design for Air Track Experiments.
Hinrichsen, P. F.
Physics Teacher, v26 n1 p42-44 Jan 1988
Introduces a photogate arrangement using a photo-reflective sensor for air track experiments. Reports that the sensitivity to sunlight can be eliminated and a mechanically more convenient package produced. Shows the mounting, circuit, and usage of the photogate. (YP)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Interfaces, Higher Education, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Procedures, Mechanics (Physics), Motion, Physics, Science Education, Science Equipment, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive; Guides - Classroom - Teacher
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Air Tracks; Photodiodes