Mechanics > Rotational Dynamics > Angular Momentum

DCS# 1Q50.40

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GYROSCOPE IN A SUITCASE

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APPARATUS

gyroscope in a suitcase	202-13-F
motor	202-15-E6

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DESCRIPTION

Spin up the flywheel in the suitcase and have a student try to carry it while turning a corner.  The flywheel is too noisy to be truly concealed.

REFERENCES

Freier and Anderson, Mu-4.
AJP 34 (12), 1201.