Year: 2024
Type: article
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.
Source: Journal of Student Research
Author: Weitao Wang
Institution: California State University, Sacramento
Language: English
Subfield: Statistical and Nonlinear Physics
Field: Physics and Astronomy
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4407572948