The Physics Teacher· 2018Q2
An Arduino Investigation of Newton’s Law of Cooling
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Short summary
An Arduino Uno microcontroller with a DS18B20 digital temperature sensor can be used to explore Newton's Law of Cooling, offering a low-cost, open-source alternative for physics education labs.
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Key points
- Utilizes Arduino Uno microcontroller and DS18B20 digital temperature sensor for data acquisition.
- Enables experimental investigation of Newton's Law of Cooling.
- Offers a low-cost, open-source alternative to commercial physics lab equipment.
- Aims to improve student engagement and motivation in STEM education.
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Abstract
The recent use of Arduino Uno microcontroller boards for automated data acquisition has revolutionized physics education. The Arduino-based physics labs have dramatically lowered the cost of the experimental equipment, while at the same time replacing the commercial apparatus with open hardware and software. Students benefit greatly from rigorous technology-based labs that also nourish their curiosity and motivation to pursue STEM-based careers. In this article we describe the use of the DS18B20 digital temperature sensor in conjunction with an Arduino Uno board in order to explore Newton’s law of cooling.
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Field: Statistical and Nonlinear Physics
Statistical and Nonlinear PhysicsPhysics and Astronomy