Remote webcams for observing/monitoring experiments

Description: 

Remote web cans can be setup to continuously monitor physics, biology and chemistry experiments to enable students and teachers to carry out scientific observations and measurements by using our software and a webcam.

Details: 

Remote webcams are in an inexpensive way to observe/monitor exhibitions, demonstrations, or experiments. Assuming adequate internet access, students would be able to participate in these types of activities.

Categories: 
Demonstrations
Experimentation
Performance - Hybrid: 
Low
Performance - Remote: 
Low
Studio - Hybrid: 
Low
Studio - Remote: 
Medium
Lab - Hybrid: 
Low
Lab - Remote: 
Medium
Resources Required: 
  • Webcam
  • Internet connection
  • Remote Control Software (optional)

Webcams must to be purchased and installed in spaces where they are deemed necessary. Typical webcams are inexpensive, ranging in price from $20 for low resolution to $100 for a higher resolution surveillance camera.

Effort: 
Low

 

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