Flywheel car

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PIRA index: 1Q20.40

Description

Energy is stored in a flywheel by pushing the car along for a short distance and when released, the car will travel by using the stored rotational energy. Also known as a zecar.

Equipment

• flywheel car

Instructions

Push the car forwards against the table then pick it up and place it gently back on the table. The car should move on its own accord due to the energy stored in the flywheel.

Keywords

flywheel car, zecar, rotational energy

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