The experimental set up is as shown in Fig. 1 and 2. Using the
adjusting screw on the support rod, the axis of the Maxwell
disk, in the unwound condition, is aligned horizontally. When
winding up, the windings must run inwards.
The winding density should be approximately equal on both
sides. It is essential to watch the first up and down movements
of the disk, since incorrect winding (outwards, crossed
Related topics
Maxwell disk, energy of translation, energy of rotation, potential
energy, moment of inertia, angular velocity, angular acceleration,
instantaneous velocity, gyroscope.
Principle and task
A disk, which can unroll with its axis on two cords, moves in
the gravitational field. Potential energy, energy of translation
and energy of rotation are converted into one another and are
determined as a function of time.
Equipment
Support base -PASS- 02005.55