Name: Bouncing Ball - Chaos Category: Waves and Oscillations Subcategory: Oscillations Classes: PHYS 101/105

Comments: Both the frequency and amplitude of the table oscillations can be adjusted.. Theory predicts that periodic orbits, period-doublings, and chaos are possible.

Equipment: Mechanical Vibrator, Signal Generator, Amplifier, Ping Pong Ball, Superball, Plexiglass Tube

Location: 108B H2, 20 cabinet, 108B F4, 108B H2, 108B H2

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