• ID Code: D4-24
  • Purpose: Demonstrate how a gyrocompass works.
  • Description: A precision gyroscope sits on a platform on the rotating chair. As the gyroscope spins, the platform can be rotated. This is similar to a gyrocompass indicating a change of course.
  • Availability: Available
  • References: http://lecdem.physics.umd.edu/images/refs/refsd.htm#D4-24
  • Loc codes: D4, FS0, FS1