Finding the Equation for a Vibrating Car Antenna.

Newburgh, Ronald; Newburgh, G. Alexander

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ERIC Number: EJ602333

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Publication Date: 2000

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Finding the Equation for a Vibrating Car Antenna.

Newburgh, Ronald; Newburgh, G. Alexander

Physics Teacher, v38 n1 p31-34 Jan 2000

Presents the physical assumptions and mathematical expressions necessary to derive a fourth-order differential equation that describes the vibration of a particular car antenna. Contends that while students may not be able to derive or use the equation, they should be able to appreciate a guided derivation as an example of how physics is done. (WRM)

Descriptors: Acoustics, Demonstrations (Science), Energy, Equations (Mathematics), Functions (Mathematics), Higher Education, Mathematical Models, Motion, Physics, Science Instruction

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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