How Can I Trigger a Ball While the Car is Moving for My Physics Experiment?

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The discussion focuses on a physics experiment demonstrating that horizontal velocity remains constant. The main challenge is how to trigger a ball while the car is in motion. Participants emphasize the need for specific details about the equipment being used to provide effective advice. Questions arise regarding how the ball is triggered when the car is stationary, suggesting that similar methods may apply. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of understanding the setup to solve the triggering issue.
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For my physics project,i decided to do an experiment that shows horizontal velocity remains constant.There is a video about it
it seemed easy at the beginning but now I am in trouble with how to triggle the ball while the car is moving.I hope u can give me some advice and help me with my project.
 
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What is the exact difficulty you're having?
 
nese said:
how to trigger the ball while the car is moving.
I see no way to advise on that without knowing the details of your equipment. How is it triggered when the car is stationary? Do you have the same equipment as in the video?
 

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