Wave machine

Function and Applications

Compact device for demonstrating wave propagation using coupled pendulums and for performing quantitative measurements, e.g. wavelength and frequency using light barriers.
Topics:

• propagation of a periodic wave
• reflection at the free or fixed end
• wavelength, frequency, amplitude
• phase, dispersion, damping
• superposition, resonance

Benefits

• Easy and convenient operation
• Excellent observability of waves due to low propagation speed
• Built-in damping system
• Ability to freeze momentary wave patterns at any time
• Excitation by hand or experiment motor
• Single-sided or double-sided excitation of the oscillator system

Technical Specification

• 48 numbered pendulums drawn on steel wire and coupled via 2 rubber cords
• Single-sided or double-sided excitation with continuously variable amplitude
• With damping system and fixing mechanism
• Aperture system for time measurement
• Overall dimensions (cm): 148 × 35 × 35
• Oscillation radius: 90 mm

Power supply unit with cables and the motor are not included in the delivery.