Performance

task
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R OTAT I O N A L E Q U I L I B R I U M
 PLAN SUBMIT

Research and determine the factors Upload and submit four (4) video clips,
that will affect the system on different one for each setup on or before the
set ups. deadline.

VIDEO
UPLOAD After thorough research on how to
perform the task perfectly, execute and
perform each set ups while taking a
video. Start taking videos by stating the
Set up Title, continue taking videos
while performing the task(do not pause),
finally, end the video clip in about 30s
while the set up is balanced.

EXECUTE
Set 1. PLUMB LINE METHOD
In this activity, a plumb line (a weighted string) is created in order to visualize the vertical
gravitational pull towards the Earth. Hanging the shape at any point will cause the shape to
rotate until its centre of gravity lines up directly below the hanging point.

What To Do
•Preparation:
Two (2) Pre-cut templates or photocopy irregular shape templates onto illustration board. 20in x 15in
•Activity:
1. Attach a small weight to the end of your string. This is your plumb line: it follows the direction of the gravitational
pull.
2. If using chalk, cover the string with chalk. If not, skip this step.
3. Hang the plumb line on the pin. Pierce the pin anywhere along the edge of the shape, so that your shape is free to
swing/rotate.
4. Hold the pin and wait until the shape and the plumb line have settled. Mark where the string crosses the shape by
“twanging” the string to leave a chalk mark, or trace the string’s path with a pen if you are not using chalk.
5. Remove the pin and plumb line from the shape. Pierce them through another point along the shape’s edge. It
shouldn’t be too close to the last hole you made.
6. Repeat steps 1 to 6 three more times.
7. Mark the spot where the lines intersect. THAT’S THE CG!
8. Repeat with another shape
Set 1. Tin Can Challenge
Set 3. The Balancing Forks
Set 4. Hammer – Ruler Trick