Re: [Phys-l] Physics Day snow tubing

[Bernard Cleyet <bernardcleyet@redshift.com>]

I suggest contacting the firms that sell amusement park physics 
equipment, e.g. Vernier.

One idea is to measure the g energy diff. using a p. gauge as an 
altimeter *.  Then calc. the speed one would gain from skiing down.  
Obviously much of the energy is dissipated in heating the ice and skis, 
yes?  How much, etc. etc.   Also an accelerometer could quantify the 
perception when not moving straight down the slope.

* cf. w/ GPS.

bc not much "into" park physics.

Dwight K. Souder wrote:

> Greetings everyone.  It's been a while since been on here.  I hope
> everyone has a nice holiday season.
>
> I was wondering if some of you could help me?  Last year, I took my
> niece and nephew snow tubing at our local ski area.  During our tubing,
> I realized that this could be a fun and educational experience for my
> Physics students.  In the years past, I've taken them to Cedar Point
> Amusement Park for their Physics Day, but because we had several
> experiences with bad weather and because of budget cuts, we stopped
> going.  This ski area is local, cheaper, and I figured the weather would
> be more consistent than going in the early spring to a park.  I
> contacted the owner and manager with the idea of a Physics Day at their
> ski area and they welcomed the idea.  
>
> What I'm wondering was if anyone has ever done this?  If so, could
> anyone provide me with any ideas, labs, or suggestions of how to make
> this a successful experience?  Any advice or material would be greatly
> appreciated!
>
> Thanks,
> Dwight
> Crestview HS
> Ashland, OH
> crvhs_dks@crestview-richland.k12.oh.us
>
> Mr. Souder
> Crestview High School
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