Do one of the "challenge problems" in each
chapter we cover. Check with your instructor
about problem selection.
Design and build a small working DC electric
motor, calculate and measure the torque produced.
There are several good web sites with plans for
motors. Your report should include all
tests of prototypes and calculations
you did during the design process.
Design and build a working lightning
detector. There are also plans for these on the
web.
Do a selection of 15 problems from the
University of Maryland Fermi problem site. Check with
your instructor about problem selection.
Design and build an electromagnet capable of
lifting its 10 times its own weight. Your report
should include all
tests of prototypes and calculations
you did during the desing process.
Write 4 computer programs to calculate the
answers toproblems that are similar to
ones we do in class, but which have no analytic solutions. Check with your instructor
for suggestions on target calculations.
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