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How Does A Boomerang Work?

2012-08-17

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A boomerang can execute its unique roundtrip flight by making use of three fundamental physics principles: lift, relative velocity, and gyroscopic precession.

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Intro
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What is a Boomerang
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Angular Momentum
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Gyroscopic Precession
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Boomerang Shot
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Other Fun Facts
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