In this paper, we describe the recreate Galileo's experimental setup to explore the dynamics of motion along an inclined plane. We not only replicate the physical measurements of distance and velocity but also emphasize the critical role of accurate time measurement, as used by Galileo to decipher the laws governing natural motion. In addition to reproducing the experiment using instruments available in Galileo's time, this article presents a comparative analysis of the motion using modern tools: a video analysis application (Tracker) and an audio analysis application (Audacity).
Schirripa Spagnolo, G., Satta, G., Fina, F., De Angelis, I., Leccese, F. (2025). Reconstructing Galileo's Inclined Plane Experiments: Problems of Time Measurements. In IMEKO TC26 International Conference on Metrology for Archaeology and Cultural Heritage 2025 (pp.603-608). Budapest : International Measurement Confederation (IMEKO) [10.21014/tc26-2025.113].
Reconstructing Galileo's Inclined Plane Experiments: Problems of Time Measurements
Schirripa Spagnolo G.Conceptualization
;Satta G.Writing – Original Draft Preparation
;Fina F.Investigation
;De Angelis I.Data Curation
;Leccese F.
Writing – Review & Editing
2025-01-01
Abstract
In this paper, we describe the recreate Galileo's experimental setup to explore the dynamics of motion along an inclined plane. We not only replicate the physical measurements of distance and velocity but also emphasize the critical role of accurate time measurement, as used by Galileo to decipher the laws governing natural motion. In addition to reproducing the experiment using instruments available in Galileo's time, this article presents a comparative analysis of the motion using modern tools: a video analysis application (Tracker) and an audio analysis application (Audacity).I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
