Orginal Tedco Gravitron Space Gyroscope | Boxed

Produced since 1917, the gyroscope has been a classic educational toy for generations. It continues to fascinate young and old alike with its mysterious force that seems to defy gravity. Put a spinning gyroscope in the box and watch the box spin like magic! This is an excellent tool to teach gyroscopic inertia. Gyroscope technology is used in numerous applications of everyday life including navigation. This original TEDCO Gyroscope is packed in a sturdy styrene box as pictured. 

Ages: 6+
Class Level: 2nd+

Features Includes:

• This original TEDCO Gyroscope is packed in a sturdy styrene box as pictured.
• The box measures 4" x 4"
• Made in USA - manufactured in the state of Indiana since 1917!
• Your gyroscope comes with starting string, pedestal and instructions.

Science behind Gyroscope:

A gyroscope is a device for measuring or maintaining orientation, based on the principles of angular momentum. Mechanically, a gyroscope is a spinning wheel or disc in which the axle is free to assume any orientation. Although this orientation does not remain fixed, it changes in response to an external torque much less and in a different direction than it would with the large angular momentum associated with the disc's high rate of spin and moment of inertia. The device's orientation remains nearly fixed, regardless of the mounting platform's motion, because mounting the device in a gimbal minimizes external torque.

Applications of gyroscopes include inertial navigation systems where magnetic compasses would not work (as in the Hubble telescope) or would not be precise enough (as in ICBMs), or for the stabilization of flying vehicles like radio-controlled helicopters or unmanned aerial vehicles. Due to their precision, gyroscopes are also used in gyro theodolites to maintain direction in tunnel mining.

This interactive galactic action toy lets kids feel the power of a real spaceship in their hand! Kids will love experiencing gyroscopic inertia just like a real astronaut. Simply feed the T-handle cord through the generator slot and pull to feel the amazing energy released by the internal gyroscope. The Gravitron seems to defy gravity allowing even young kids to perform many tricks like balancing it on a finger or spinning it on a kite string. Hours of fun while learning about the scientific principles of Newton's laws of motion, gyroscopic balance and center of gravity. Includes T-handle cord, pedestal and instructions. Made in USA. Ages 5+.

Busy hands build strong minds! And there is no toy better than the Gravitron to engage both the hands and the minds of youngsters. Children are curious by nature and one of the best ways for them to learn is by asking "how does it work?" The Gravitron sets out to help kids investigate the amazing scientific principle of gyroscopic force and to reinforce learning through hands-on exploration. By building problem-solving skills children develop a thirst for additional learning and educational experiences.