Transverse Sine Wave Maker
The Transverse Sine Wave Maker simulation depicts a marker driven by an oscillating system. The marker traces a line on a sheet of butcher paper that is pulled below it. The frequency of the oscillator (and marker), the speed of the paper, and the amplitude of the marker's motion can be modified and the effects immediately observed as a change in the pattern on the sheet of paper. The objects - turntable, marker, and butcher paper - can be dragged and viewed in three dimensions.
Users are encouraged to open the Interactive and explore. For a more guided experience, The Physics Classroom has prepared an activity for use with this Interactive and encourages teachers to use it with their classes.
Learners and Instructors may also be interested in viewing the accompanying Notes page. Technical information, teaching suggestions, and related resources that complement this Interactive are provided on the Notes page. View Notes.