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Re: Human Gyroscope
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Don Dean <[log in to unmask]>
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Tue, 28 Aug 2012 22:17:37 -0400
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Having led tons of children though several institutions on trips I
have to say that the gyroscopes don't get the attention that they
could.  The ones I have seen are basically bicycle wheels on an axle
handle, and with a low-friction round platform to stand on.  With a
docent or good signage, this works well.  Otherwise, visitors don't
know exactly what to do and don't know how to generate enough speed
manually to appreciate the effect.  When I get the wheel spinning and
hand it to students, they are awed.   Otherwise, they give it a couple
of seconds and move on.

Don (NJ)

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On Tue, Aug 28, 2012 at 6:42 PM, Simon Strasser
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> Hi everyone,
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> I am wondering if you own a human gyroscope type attraction if you can
> share a bit of information with me. I am interested in gyroscopes that are
> not powered by a motor or an operator but simply spin by the user pulling
> on the handles and shifting their body weight. My questions are:
> - Who did you buy it from?
> - Have you experienced any technical difficulties with it?
>
> Thank you,
> Simon
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