Stable, Unstable and Neutral Equilibrium – 1J20.00

Nine Nails on One – 1J20.25

Nine Nails on One1J20-25

  • Balance the set of  9 nails on one.

Location: Jacobs B122 – Shelf 122 & 258

Center of Gravity Paradox Stick – 1J20.26

CenterGravity_1J2026

  • 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: Demo Room & Jacobs B122 – Shelf 274