Electromagnetism and the Rolling Wheel
| Scientific Paper | |
|---|---|
| Title | Electromagnetism and the Rolling Wheel |
| Read in full | Link to paper |
| Author(s) | David Tombe |
| Published | 2009 |
| Journal | General Science Journal |
| No. of pages | 3 |
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Abstract
A rolling wheel is driven forwards by virtue of the linear momentum in the upper half of the wheel. A closer examination of the forces involved will reveal the hand of the centrifugal force. The analysis also provides a visual aid to understanding the basic principles of electromagnetism.