25th International Workshop on Multimedia in Physics Teaching and Learning

Using a 3D camera and a local positioning system in physics instruction

9 Sept 2022, 13:10

20m

Oral presentation Modern equipment and technology to improve Physics Teaching and Learning. Oral presentations

Speaker

Ralf Widenhorn

Description

We are exploring the use of two new tools for hands-on physics instruction. Both tools allow us to investigate position-based phenomena more freely than traditional instructional equipment. The Pozyx local positioning system uses ultra-wideband radio frequency for localization. Beyond position measurement, the device provides pressure, acceleration, rotation, and magnetic field data. The Intel RealSense D435i camera allows positioning in 3D using two infrared cameras, an infrared emitter, and a colour camera. We are investigating how the devices can be used to study position and motion-based phenomena in lab and classroom activities that could not be tracked easily with other equipment.