Investigating Circular Motion on Banked and

Levelled Roads

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Gokul S J

GRADE - Xl-B

Physics

SRI NACHAMMAL VIDYAVANI SENIOR

SECONDARY SCHOOL

(Affiliation No: 1930499)

Devarayampalayam bypass road, Avinashi,

Tirupur - 641 654
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1. Aim 2

2. Materials Required 2

3. Introduction 2

4. Procedure 2

5. Explanation 3

6. Real Life Examples 4

7. Comparison 5

8. Conclusion 6

9. Reference 6

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 Investigating Circular Motion on Banked and
Levelled Roads

Aim :
Investigating Circular Motion on Banked and Levelled Roads.

Materials:
1. A toy car or a small vehicle with wheels.
2. A flat, smooth surface for the levelled road (e.g., a table or a floor).
3. A protractor.
4. A ruler.
5. Sticky tape.
6. Books or blocks (to elevate one end of the surface).

Introduction:
Circular motion is a common phenomenon in our everyday lives,
especially when vehicles navigate turns and curves on roads. This
activity will demonstrate and compare the principles of circular
motion on both banked and levelled roads, offering insights into the
physics behind these road designs.
Procedure:
(part-1)
Investigating Circular Motion on the levelled Road:
1. Place the flat, smooth surface (e.g., a table or the floor)
horizontally.
2. Position the toy car at one end of the levelled road.

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3. Release the toy car and observe its motion as it moves along the
levelled road. Take note of the path it follows.
4. Measure the radius of the circular path formed by the car's motion
using a ruler. Record this value.
5. Record your observations of the car's behaviour on the levelled
road.

Explanation:
In this part, you explored circular motion on a levelled road.
The observations help you understand that on a levelled road,
a vehicle relies on friction between its tires and the road to
maintain circular motion. The radius of the circular path
depends on the speed and the centripetal force required to
keep the car moving in a circle.

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Procedure:
(part-2)
Setting up and Investigating Circular Motion on the Banked
Road:
1. Elevate one end of the flat surface by placing books or blocks
under it to create a sloping surface.
2. Use sticky tape to create a banked circular path on the elevated end
of the surface. Ensure the path is smooth and inclined.

3. Position the toy car at the top of the banked road, on the higher end.

4. Release the toy car and observe its motion as it travels down the
banked road. Take note of the path it follows.
5. Measure the banking angle (the angle of the slope) using a
protractor. Record this value.
6. Record your observations of the car's behaviour on the banked
road.

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Explanation :
In this part of the activity, you investigated circular motion on a
banked road. The elevated, banked surface serves a crucial role in
allowing the vehicle to navigate the turn safely. The banking angle is
a key factor, and it's determined by the speed of the vehicle and the
radius of the turn. The banking angle helps provide the necessary
centripetal force for the vehicle to move in a circular path.

Real life Examples:

• The race tracks are banked with larger angles to allow greater
speeds.
• Banking is also done in railway tracks.
• Vehicle on a straight road without any bends/turns.
• Race tracks, Roller coasters, Highways
NOTE :
Highlight the stability and safety of a vehicles while navigating turns
and curves using these road designs.
Comparison:
1. Compare your observations and measurements for circular motion
on both levelled and banked roads.
2. Discuss how the banking angle and radius of the circular path affect
the motion of the car on the banked road.
3. Explore the concept of friction and how it plays a role in circular
motion on the levelled road.

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Conclusion:
This activity provided a hands-on understanding of circular motion in
different road conditions. You were able to compare how levelled and
banked roads affect the motion of a vehicle and learn about the role of
friction and banking in circular motion. It also highlighted the
practical applications of these concepts in real-world road design,
emphasizing the safety and stability of vehicles while navigating turns
and curves.
Reference:
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• BYJU’S
• NCERT
• SHUTTERSTOCK