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demonstrations:1_mechanics:1q_rotational_dynamics:gyroscope:start

Gyroscope

Description

Gyroscope

Purpose

To demonstrate the operation of a gyroscope.

Apparatus

gyroscope, hand drill with special bit

Setup

Set gyroscope wheel into rapid rotation using the hand drill. Then the gyroscope can be moved about on the lecture table to show that its setting remains fixed.

Useful Links: The amazing people at How Stuff Works provide us with some insight into gyroscopes and their uses.

Updated on: 06/13/13

Notes

Demo room information

Location N2
Maker Unknown
Current State Working
demonstrations/1_mechanics/1q_rotational_dynamics/gyroscope/start.txt · Last modified: 2020/01/28 21:52 by demoroom