Toy Blocks and Rotational Physics
Classical Physics
2009-11-10 v1 Physics Education
Abstract
In this paper we summarize the theory of the "falling chimney," which deals with the breaking of tall structures in mid-air, when they fall to the ground. We describe how to reproduce these effects using small-scale models built with toy blocks. We also present an improved and more effective way to perform and analyze these interesting experiments, by using video capture software together with a digital video camera.
Cite
@article{arxiv.physics/0402119,
title = {Toy Blocks and Rotational Physics},
author = {Gabriele U. Varieschi and Isabel R. Jully},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:physics/0402119},
year = {2009}
}
Comments
6 pages, including 3 figures