M2.2 Gyroscopes

Front

What law of motion is rigidity an application of?

Back

Newton’s first law of motion

Front

What causes the rigidity of a gyroscope?

Back

Inertia of the spinning mass of the rotor

Front

What is precession in the context of gyroscopes?

Back

Changes the direction of an applied force through 90 degrees

Front

What is the role of the rotor in a gyroscope?

Back

It spins to provide rigidity and precession

Front

What is the effect of bearing friction on a gyroscope?

Back

It affects the rigidity of the spinning rotor

Front

What is the purpose of a gimbal in a gyroscope?

Back

To allow the rotor to spin freely in any direction

Front

What is the effect of speed of rotation on a gyroscope?

Back

It affects the rigidity of the spinning rotor

Front

What is the main application of gyroscopic principles in aircraft?

Back

To maintain stability and control

Front

What is the purpose of a gimbal in a gyro system?

Back

To allow the rotor and its axis to revolve

Front

How many gimbals do aircraft gyros generally have?

Back

One or two