The speed of block b just after passing through the ring is v = dt.
(2) According to the meaning of the question, the gravitational potential energy reduced by the system ABC is converted into the kinetic energy increased by the system, namely:
mgh+Mgh-Mgh= 12(2M+m)v2,
Namely: mgh= 12(2M+m)d2t2,
(3) According to mgh= 12(2M+m)d2t2, the formula shows that besides the ruler, photoelectric gate and digital timer, a balance is needed to measure the quality of metal sheet.
So the answer is: (1)dt? (2)mgh= 12(2M+m)d2t2,
(3) Balance