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Simple Gyroscope, 1Q50.35
Topic and Concept:
Rotational Dynamics, [:RotationalDynamics#Gyros: 1Q50. Gyroscopic Motion]
Location:
Cabinet: [:MechanicsCabinet:Mechanic (ME)]
Bay: [:MechanicsCabinetBayA12:(A12)]
Shelf: #1
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Abstract:
A tabletop gyroscope with three degrees of freedom shows gyroscopic motion. It can be carried around or put on a turntable.
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Table Gyroscopes |
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Important Setup Notes:
- N/A
Setup and Procedure:
- Place gyroscope on lecture bench.
- Plug in the
- Using the , accelerate the disc to high speed.
Cautions, Warnings, or Safety Concerns:
- N/A
Discussion:
Discuss the physics behind the demonstration, explaining some of the various steps of the demonstration when appropriate.
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Videos:
[https://www.youtube.com/user/LectureDemostrations/videos?view=1 Lecture Demonstration's Youtube Channel]
References:
[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gyroscope Wikipedia - Gyroscope]
[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angular_momentum Wikipedia - Angular Momentum]
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