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A '''Gyroscope''' is a device which demonstrates the principle of conservation of [[angular momentum]]. The essence of the device is a spinning wheel on an axle. The device once spinning tends to resist changes to its orientation. |
A '''Gyroscope''' is a device which demonstrates the principle of conservation of [[angular momentum]]. The essence of the device is a spinning wheel on an axle. The device once spinning tends to resist changes to its orientation. |
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A gyroscope exhibits a number of behaviours including [[Precession]]. Gyroscopes can be used to replace magnetic compasses, to assist in stability ([[Bicycle]]) and as a means to conserve and deliver energy in some rotating machines. The [[flywheel]] in an [[engine]] is one such use. |
A gyroscope exhibits a number of behaviours including [[Precession]]. Gyroscopes can be used to replace magnetic compasses, to assist in stability ([[Bicycle]]) and as a means to conserve and deliver energy ([[Flywheel power storage]]) in some rotating machines. The [[flywheel]] in an [[engine]] is one such use. |
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Revision as of 05:50, 13 March 2002
A Gyroscope is a device which demonstrates the principle of conservation of angular momentum. The essence of the device is a spinning wheel on an axle. The device once spinning tends to resist changes to its orientation.
A gyroscope exhibits a number of behaviours including Precession. Gyroscopes can be used to replace magnetic compasses, to assist in stability (Bicycle) and as a means to conserve and deliver energy (Flywheel power storage) in some rotating machines. The flywheel in an engine is one such use.