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Sartori, J.; And Others – American Journal of Physics, 1995
Describes hardware that enables the use of an IBM PC microcomputer as a frequency meter or a counter by using the parallel printer port. Eliminates the 16-bit time-day counter through the use of an external time base that can be conveniently set depending on the desired frequency range. (JRH)
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Computer Uses in Education, Higher Education, Measurement
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Cordes, Albert E. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Described is a project involving the introduction of microcomputers into the laboratory portion of a college general physics course for data collection and analysis. The results of an evaluation of this program are presented. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
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Hinrichsen, P. F. – Physics Teacher, 1988
Introduces a photogate arrangement using a photo-reflective sensor for air track experiments. Reports that the sensitivity to sunlight can be eliminated and a mechanically more convenient package produced. Shows the mounting, circuit, and usage of the photogate. (YP)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Interfaces, Higher Education, Laboratory Equipment
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Powers, Michael H. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Describes the titration of a weak base with a strong acid and subsequent treatment of experimental data using commercially available software. Provides a BASIC program for determining first and second derivatives of data input. Lists 6 references. (YP)
Descriptors: Chemical Analysis, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction
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Connolly, Walter, Ed. – Physics Teacher, 1989
Describes making laboratory apparatus such as a heavy-duty turntable; a hand-held milk-carton accelerometer; an inverted air table; free-fall measurement with a solenoid as a starting device; and a bright point source. Presents an evaluation of "The Champ Universal Interface and Sensor Pack Software." (YP)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software Reviews, Higher Education
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Bligh, P. H.; And Others – Physics Education, 1988
Introduces three physics experiments for high school and college classes. Topics include measuring the ratio of heat capacities using a microcomputer and a glass syringe, producing large electric sparks using a variation of a Leyden bucket, and observing transmission line behavior using television signals. Includes descriptions of materials and…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Demonstrations (Educational)