Construction of a simple spherical air bearing

Construction of a simple spherical air bearing

A simple method requiring minimal tools and mechanical ability, is presented for making a spherical air bearing. The air bearings are used for an exploration of precession. Results of test measurements are presented.

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Veröffentlicht in:American journal of physics 2009-08, Vol.77 (8), p.764-766
Hauptverfasser: Masters, M. F., Reynolds, C., Suedhoff, H., DeArmond, F. M.
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
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Fluid mechanics
Measurement
Physics
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Zusammenfassung:A simple method requiring minimal tools and mechanical ability, is presented for making a spherical air bearing. The air bearings are used for an exploration of precession. Results of test measurements are presented.
ISSN:0002-9505
1943-2909
DOI:10.1119/1.3050161