1997-98
NEW MEXICO
HIGH SCHOOL
SUPERCOMPUTING CHALLENGE

TEAM ABSTRACT

Team Number:

Team No. 60

School Name:

Floyd High School

Area of Science:

Physics

Project Title:

The study of the relationship of Physics and roller coasters.

This year we are planning to study the differences between Physics and roller coasters. We will be studying, analyzing, evaluating and interpreting relationships between Physics and roller coasters. We are going to do this project to help broaden and enhance the understanding of the field of Physics by the study of roller coasters. The methods we will be using are researching, computer models and physical models. We will be using the scientific method throughout this entire project. We will build a small computer program that measures and evaluates speed, velocity and physical forces of the roller coaster.

Team Members:

• Josh Corbin
• Drew Russell
• Joshua Chavez
• Melissa Blair

Sponsoring Teacher(s):

• David Shires

Project Advisor(s):