gyroscopic

Adjective

Meaning

Pertaining to the gyroscope; resembling the motion of the gyroscope.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

gypsy gyroscope gypsum circulating cyclonic gynecological gym gynecologist gyrate gybe gynecology gynecomastia gynarchy gyro autogyro
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Phrases with the word

gyroscopic oscillation device gyroscopic motion gyroscopic effect gyroscopic compass gyroscopic pendulum gyroscopic instrument

Examples

A control moment gyroscope (CMG) is an example of a fixed-output-gimbal device that is used on spacecraft to hold or maintain a desired attitude angle or pointing direction using the gyroscopic resistance force. Source: Internet

A gentle nudge will knock it off its axis of rotation for a second but it will not topple over because spin adds gyroscopic stability. Source: Internet

Directions of rotation Halteres are able to sense small deviations in body position using the gyroscopic properties of moving mass. Source: Internet

Boundless imagination, loopy mix-and-match arrangements and a gyroscopic sense of what makes a pop tune click are still responsible for the easy and abiding appeal of TMBG's ingenious material." Source: Internet

Also, a faster-spinning discus imparts greater gyroscopic stability. Source: Internet

If the missile starts to roll, the gyroscopic force of the disks drives the control surface into the airflow, cancelling the motion. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

gyroscale gyroscope gyroscope compass gyroscopic compass gyroscopic effect gyroscopic motion