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Mechanics Learning Activities
Avantor offers a complete catalogue of instruments and tools useful for demonstrating key, basic concepts of physics that are applicable to everyday life both in and out of the laboratory. Demonstrate core ideas such as acceleration down a plane, friction, potential and kinetic energy, electrical conductivity, magnetic fields, wavelengths and velocity of sound, and more. Durable educational materials are designed for heavy use with consistent levels of handling, and all models are easy to use.
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Visual Scientifics Collisions in Two Dimensions
Teach students about two-dimensional collisons with this engaging activity, then use video analysis to analyze conservation of energy, and conversions between kinetic and potential energy.
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Visual Scientifics Incline Plane and Car
Visual scientifics inclined plane and car.
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Visual Scientifics Loop Track
Students apply concepts of conservation of energy to a loop setup, then consider the forces involved in roller coasters.
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Visual Scientifics Pendulum
Discover the period of a simple pendulum, then use video analysis to investigate energy conservation and conversion.
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Visual Scientifics Free Fall
Students measure acceleration due to gravity in this free-fall activity. Video analysis allows modeling of air resistance.
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Visual Scientifics Projectile Launcher
This inquiry-based activity allows students to investigate and verify projectile equations.
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Visual Scientifics Accessories
Essential accessories for the Visual Scientifics laboratory system.
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Visual Scientifics Classroom Starter Set
This Starter Set is an effective and economical addition to any physics or physical science classroom.
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Low Friction Pulley With Rod
Total length of rod and pulley is 10". The pulley has a diameter of 2", and is equipped with a metal low-friction bearing installed. The rod is made of durable aluminum, and the pulley is made of durable plastic.
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Visual Scientifics Base
This base platform supports the full range of Visual Scientifics activities and accessories.
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Density Cylinder Set
This Equal Mass Density Set is for specific gravity and density determinations.
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Visual Scientifics Atwood Machine
Take your study of pulleys and engineering to the next level!
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Precision Air Table
The air table guides the study of a multitude of concepts.
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Eisco® Linear Air Track Systems
These kits provide a cost-effective and friction-free system for the study of dynamics.
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Two-Stroke Gas Engine Model
This model shows the internal structure and operating principles of an air cooled two-stroke engine.
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Two-Stroke Diesel Engine Model
This model shows the internal structure and operating principles of an air cooled two-stroke engine. All parts are aluminum and plastic. Ignition is shown via a small bulb. Carburetor and fuel supply are also sectioned. Hand crank is provided for manual operation. Mounted on a base.

