Gyroscope

Gyroscopes demonstrate the law of action and reaction. A classic toy, the gyroscope continues to fascinate with its mysterious gravity-defying force. Gyroscopes are at the heart of modern gyro-controlled guidance and navigation systems used on ships, airplanes and spacecraft.

Precision engineered for near perfect balance, with mini-ball bearings for a long spin. Wind it with a pull string like a top.

Package includes: Gyroscope, pedestal / tower, pull string, clear plastic cube to store and display your gyroscope, and instructions.

Your gyroscope will spin merrily on its pedestal...dance on a string tightrope...balance perfectly on the lip of a drinking glass...turn its cube box into a whirling dervish. Do these other astounding tricks...

• Place the spinning gyroscope on a tight wire or string, on the edge of an unbreakable drinking glass. On the edge of a yardstick or ruler or on the edge of any sturdy surface.
• Place the spinning gyroscope in its plastic box. Close the box and place the box corner on any surface. Watch the box spin around and around.
• Place the spinning gyroscope so that it balances on the horizontal frame member. Place a second spinning gyro on the end of the first and they will maintain balance and position together. Suspend the spinning gyroscope in a loop made by doubling the string. The gyroscope will maintain any angle above or below the horizontal at the bottom of the loop.