1Q50.20 - Demo Gyroscope

Demo Gyro

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PIRA Classification: 1Q50.20

Description: This gyro consists of a PVC wheel mounted at one end of a long rod with adjustable masses at the other end. Start the wheel spinning (using a Dremmel tool) to start precession. The mass can be adjusted to change the direction of precession. Or, a mass can be added to either end of the gyro to induce precession. Push the wheel up or down to start nutation.

Special Instructions: None

Condition: OK

Setup time: 1 minute

Safety Issues: None