Kinetic theory


On-orbit demonstrations of two masses oscillating attached to a spring, and a clear box containing plastic beads to represent particles.

Each package contains: Video demonstration, Tracker visualisation and Tracker data files. Download our brief explanation of each video here.

Kinetic theory

Kinetic theory box triboelectric


Kinetic theory box top view

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Molecule SHM from the side

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Molecule SHM from above

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M and M rotational motion

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How are you using Astro Academy: Principia?

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The following guides may be useful for understanding how to get the most out of Astro Academy: Principia:

Astro Academy: Principia Programme Overview
Tracker Guide – An introduction to using Tracker software for analysis of video clips
Further Activities – Further teaching activities including films, guides and online resources relating to Astro Academy: Principia topics

You can also find the video clips on Youtube, and more information about the National Space Academy here.