A gyroscope arranged as in Fig. 15-8 is composed of a circular rim 24 in. in diameter weighing 10 lb supported on spokes or arms of negligible weight. The distance L is 3 ft. If the wheel is rotating about its own axis with a speed of 600 rpm, clockwise as viewed along its supporting axle from pivot 0, in what sense will it process and with what angular velocity? 

 

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