Paper Helicopter Investigation
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Paper Helicopter Investigation
🚁 Part 1: Building Your Paper Helicopter
Materials needed: A4 paper, scissors, ruler, paperclips, stopwatch
Instructions:
• Cut a strip of paper 20cm long and 3cm wide
• Make a 7cm cut down the centre from one end to create two "blades"
• Fold the blades in opposite directions
• Fold the bottom 3cm of the strip up to create weight
• Attach paperclips to the folded bottom section
If I increase the _________________, then the drop time will _________________ because _________________.
📊 Part 2: Results and Calculations
Drop height: _______ metres (keep this constant)
| Variable Amount | Trial 1 Time (s) | Trial 2 Time (s) | Trial 3 Time (s) | Average Time (s) | Speed (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Speed = Distance ÷ Time
🔬 Part 3: Analysis and Conclusion
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