Leaning Tower of Pisa model
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Product Code : SCL-PLE-11584
The StemAids Leaning Tower of Pisa Model (also marketed as the Gravity Tower Model) is a specialized architectural and physics demonstrator designed for the empirical study of structural stability, the centre of gravity (CG), and the principles of equilibrium. Optimized for Primary and Secondary STEM laboratories, it provides a physical, interactive representation of how a structure can maintain its integrity despite an unintended tilt. Manufactured to ISO 9001:2015 standards this durable model ensures standardized instructional delivery for physics, engineering, and architectural history modules.
Technical Specifications
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Tender Specification |
OEM Technical Detail |
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Material Grade |
High-Impact Durable Acrylic Plates with a Reinforced Metal Frame |
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Architectural Style |
Romanesque-style Cylindrical Replica with 8 tiers of arched galleries |
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Tilt Calibration |
Engineered with a precise lean to simulate the ~3.97° tilt |
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Diagnostic Tool |
Integrated Plumb Line suspended at the centre for gravity tracking |
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Base Construction |
Stable, Low-Vibration base designed for tabletop demonstration |
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Dimensions |
Scaled for clear classroom visibility (standard 4" x 4" x 8" or similar) |
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Assembly Mode |
Pre-Configured, Ready-to-Use standalone unit |
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ISO Compliance Code |
Manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems |
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HS Code |
9023.00.00 (Educational/Demonstrational Scientific Models) |
Key Pedagogical Outcomes (Bloom’s Taxonomy Alignment)
- Centre of Gravity Interface -> Facilitates student visualization of the fixed point through which the force of gravity acts, supporting Statics Module 101 (Understanding).
- Stability Limit Modeling -> Enables the physical study of the "base of support" principle; the tower remains balanced as long as the plumb line falls within its base (Applying).
Engineering Failure Analysis -> Supports the Analysis of real-world structural flaws and the historical engineering efforts required to stabilize the original tower.
- Equilibrium Diagnostic Design -> Allows students to Evaluate the relationship between height, tilt angle, and mass distribution in complex buildings (Evaluating).
International Logistics & Compliance
- Packaging: Export-grade ISPM-15 compliant Corrugated/Thermocol box with internal anti-scratch stabilization for acrylic surfaces.
- Documentation: Includes Manufacturer’s Authorization Form (MAF), Certificate of Conformance (CoC), and English Technical User Guides.
- Durability: Tropicalized design with UV-stabilized acrylic to prevent yellowing and anti-corrosion treatment for the metal frame.
Direct OEM Sourcing Advantages
- Vertical Integration: Total control over center-of-mass calibration ensures the model accurately topples at the correct theoretical angle across bulk rollouts.
- Reliability Protocols: Batch-tested for structural rigidity and plumb line alignment in high-enrollment educational settings.
- Institutional Support: Guaranteed direct factory availability for replacement acrylic tiers and specialized plumb hardware ensures maximized asset lifecycle and superior long-term ROI.
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