The Physics of the Flying Trapeze
This investigation looks into the basic physics of the flying trapeze.
Table of Contents
Introduction to this project
Energy changes in the swing
Somersaulting and twisting
How can you change your swing?
The swinging trapeze
Timing for a catch
Dismounting
Advanced swinging - how and why
Timing for a catch
Forces on the catcher
The safety lines
A list of sources used when compiling this project






