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Moore, Guy S. M. – Physics Education, 1988
Introduced is a unique generation method of Fourier series requiring simple mathematical skills and using computer programs. Discusses Fourier synthesis by microcomputer, and Fourier analysis with simple equipment. Shown are a circuit diagram, computer programs, monitor displays and tables of data. (YP)
Descriptors: Acoustics, College Science, Computer Graphics, Computer Software

Fox, John N. – Physics Education, 1990
Described are the apparatus and procedures needed for a demonstration of the measurement of the electrical resistance of metals as a function of temperature using a microcomputer interface. Discussed are materials, apparatus construction, and experimental results. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Interfaces, Computer Uses in Education, Electricity

Devan, K. R. S.; Jayaratne, E. R. – Physics Education, 1990
Described are the apparatus and procedures needed for a demonstration of a determination of the polarity of charges carried by individual ground flashes of lightning. Discussed are materials, apparatus construction, and experimental results. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Interfaces, Computer Uses in Education, Electricity

O'Sullivan, Colm T. – Physics Education, 1990
Described are the apparatus and procedures needed for this correction technique using a microcomputer interface. Discussed are materials, apparatus construction, and experimental results. (CW)
Descriptors: Calorimeters, College Science, Computer Interfaces, Computer Uses in Education

Physics Education, 1988
Describes four physics experiments including "Investigation of Box Resonances Using a Micro"; "A Direct Reading Wattmeter, DC or AC"; "Exercises in the Application of Ohm's Law"; and "Hysteresis on Gas Discharges." Discusses procedures, instrumentation, and analysis in each example. (CW)
Descriptors: Acoustics, College Science, Computer Uses in Education, Electricity

Pearce, Jon M. – Physics Education, 1988
Introduces three different techniques to facilitate the measurement of speed and the associated kinematics and dynamics using a computer. Discusses sensing techniques using optical or ultrasonic sensors, interfacing with a computer, software routines for the interfaces, and other applications. Provides circuit diagrams, pictures, and a program to…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software