3B Scientific UE1040500-115 Experiment: Nutation of Gyroscope, 115 V

3B Scientific, UE1040500-115, Experiment for Mechanic: Precession and Nutation of a Gyroscope, 115 V, 50/60 Hz

UE1040500-115 Includes Only:

• Gyroscope
• Photo Gate - 2 pcs
• Tripod Stand, 150 mm - 3 pcs
• Universal Clamp - 3 pcs
• Stainless Steel Rod, 750 mm - 3 pcs
• Red Laser Diode, 650 nm, 115 V
• WiLab
• Connection Cable MiniDIN8 - BT - 2 pcs

Features:

• Objective: Experimental investigation of precession and nutation of a gyroscope and determination of moment of inertia

A spinning disc exhibits motions known as precession and nutation in addition to its rotational motion, depending on whether there is an external force, and thereby an additional torque, acting upon its axle or if the axle of a disc spinning in an equilibrium state is then deflected from its equilibrium position. The period of precession is inversely proportional to the period of rotation while the period of nutation is directly proportional to the period of rotation. The way the period of precession depends on the period of rotation makes it possible to determine the moment of inertia of the rotating disc.

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