Motion of a Symmetric Top Analyzed by Circular Motion

When a symmetrical rigid top rotates on a plane, it will encounter resistance to prevent it from falling due to gravity. According to various theoretical inferences and practical proofs, the original vertical kinetic energy of the top is converted into horizontal kinetic energy because of unknown reason. I attribute this unknown reason to the horizontal circular motion of the top, and derive the specific movement trajectory of the top base on this, including three movement trajectories and their conditions.

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Journal of Student Research
Published
2024-08-31
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https://doi.org/10.47611/jsr.v13i3.2520
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Dynamics and Control of Mechanical Systems
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Motion of a Symmetric Top Analyzed by Circular Motion

Weitao Wang
Journal of Student Research
Dynamics and Control of Mechanical Systems
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Motion of a Symmetric Top Analyzed by Circular Motion

Weitao Wang
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Abstract

When a symmetrical rigid top rotates on a plane, it will encounter resistance to prevent it from falling due to gravity. According to various theoretical inferences and practical proofs, the original vertical kinetic energy of the top is converted into horizontal kinetic energy because of unknown reason. I attribute this unknown reason to the horizontal circular motion of the top, and derive the specific movement trajectory of the top base on this, including three movement trajectories and their conditions.

Journal of Student ResearchVol. 13(3)
California State University, Sacramento (US)
Openalex Percentile: Top 66%
Dynamics and Control of Mechanical Systems
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