Physics and the Pinewood Derby

 
Physics and the Pinewood Derby DVD

This 2-hour video will show you how to...

  1. •Use the principles of physics to build the fastest car possible, within the rules.

  2. •Set the weight and center of mass of your car to maximize speed.

  3. •Reduce the effects of friction.

  4. •Align your car’s wheels to near perfection.

  5. •Maximize your child’s involvement in car construction without compromising quality.

  6. •Build a simple test track in your garage.

  1. •An educational video that uses the Pinewood Derby to encourage your child’s interest in Physics.


  3. •This video focuses on how to win. When your child brings home a trophy, he/she will gain a new appreciation for science!

Click below to view video samples

Wind Resistance and the Pinewood Derby
Building a Pinewood Derby Car

Physics topics introduced in the video: Probability and statistics . The weight of the car . Wind resistance . The center of mass . The moment of inertia . The Scientific Method . And more!

Wind Resistence Experiment
Probability Demonstrator
Building the Car
Building a Pinewood Derby Test Track