Practice - Module VI: Introduction to 3D Rigid Body Motion
Practice Questions
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Define angular velocity and explain its significance in 3D motion.
💡 Hint: Think about how rotations can occur around various axes.
What does the moment of inertia tensor represent?
💡 Hint: Consider how mass affects the resistance to changes in rotation.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does the angular velocity vector represent in 3D motion?
💡 Hint: Consider the multiple axes around which you could rotate.
True or False: Moment of inertia is a scalar in 3D motion.
💡 Hint: Recall what change occurs when moving from 2D to 3D.
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Challenge Problems
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A satellite in orbit has an irregular shape and experiences torque due to gravitational forces. How would you analyze its motion considering the moment of inertia tensor?
💡 Hint: Think about the gravitational forces acting unevenly based on the satellite's shape.
Describe how the angular momentum of a spinning top changes when external forces are applied. Include a discussion on precession.
💡 Hint: Remember how a spinning top behaves when you push it slightly.
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