Mechanics > Rotational Dynamics > Angular Momentum DCS# 1Q50.20

PRECESSING BICYCLE WHEEL

bicycle wheel and rotating
        stool

APPARATUS
bicycle wheel and stand 202-15-F
motor with foot pedal 202-15-E6

DESCRIPTION
Use the motor to the spin bicycle wheel and then place the wheel on the support with its axis horizontal.  It will precess and nutate.