Torque Feeler Demonstration - STEM Learning - Garage Physics by Eisco

• CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES TORQUE || Accurately demonstrates the relationship between force magnitude, distance from the pivot, and rotational effect, ideal for physics demonstrations and educational activities.
• ENGAGING LABORATORY ACTIVITY || An interactive apparatus designed specifically for teachers, educators, and museum professionals to demonstrate mechanical advantage, motion, and stability concepts to students or audience groups.
• COMPLETE KIT CONTENTS || Includes a 1000g mass set, custom washer, two wooden dowels, two bolts, two nuts, steel marble, storage box, and detailed instructional guide for assembly and experimentation.
• CONNECTS TO HISTORICAL CONCEPTS || Provides practical demonstrations of foundational physics concepts first articulated by Archimedes, such as leverage and mechanical advantage, relevant for educational presentations.
• STANDARDS-ALIGNED DEMONSTRATION || Specifically suited for educators presenting physics principles aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) PS2, exploring forces, interactions, motion, and stability.

The Eisco Torque Feeler Physics Demonstration Kit is an educational apparatus designed for classroom and laboratory demonstrations to effectively illustrate the concept of torque—the rotational effect produced by a force. This demonstration visually explains how adjusting the distance of a mass from the pivot significantly changes the torque, reinforcing principles of mechanical advantage, motion, and stability. Ancient Egyptians would use long poles to lift and position the giant stone blocks used to build the pyramids. These long poles used torque to create a mechanical advantage in which a relatively small force applied at a large distance from the fulcrum (or rotational point) could create a large lifting force close to the fulcrum. Kit includes all components necessary for setup: a 1000g mass set, wooden dowels, hardware, steel marble, and clear instructions. Ideal for enriching physics curricula and museum exhibits, this demonstration facilitates deeper understanding of foundational physics concepts first described by Archimedes. *To assemble the Torque Feeler, you will need a Phillips head screwdriver and a small adjustable wrench.
The activity correlates well with the Next Generation Science Standards PS2, Motion and Stability: Forces and Interactions.