8B40.30 - Membrane Table

Code Number:
8B40.30
Demo Title:
Membrane Table
Condition:
Excellent
Principle:
Membrane Table
Area of Study:
Astronomy
Equipment:
Basket with rubber membrane, Hula Hoop with Spandex membrane.
Procedure:

Video Credit: Jonathan M. Sullivan-Wood.

Place the camera looking straight down at the top of the basket.  Place the larger and heavier balls very gently into the basket.  Replacement of the membrane is necessary when it shows undue wear.  Do not leave anything on the membrane during storage as stretching may occur.

References:
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  • Don S. Lemons and T.C. Lipscombe, "Comment on 'The Shape of 'The Spandex' and the Orbits Upon its Surface,' by Gary D. White and Michael Walker, AJP, Vol. 70, #1, 2002, p. 48.", AJP, Vol. 70, #10, Oct. 2002, p. 1056.
  • Gary D. White and Michael Walker, "The Shape of 'The Spandex' and Orbits Upon its Surface", AJP, Vol. 70, # 1, Jan 2002, p. 48.
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