HMC
Stable, Unstable and Neutral Equilibrium
Nine Nails on One – 1J20.25
- Balance the set of 9 nails on one.
Location: Jacobs B122 - Shelf 371
Video:
Center of Gravity Paradox Stick – 1J20.26
- This center of gravity paradox shows that a lower center of mass doesn’t always increase stability.
- Balance the stick w/ attached mass.
- The weight farther away works better due to its moment of inertia.
Location: Jacobs 122 - Shelf 274








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