Project-In-A-Box: Gyroscopic Top

Program Type:

Program Includes Kit, Science/STEAM

Age Group:

Middle School Age, Teens
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Registration for this event is no longer open.
Allowed Grades: 6th Grade to 12th Grade

Event Details

Have an interest in guidance systems or just watching tops spin really fast? Both of these topics will be covered this workshop, where participants will learn about how a gyroscope works and the fundamental physics concepts behind it. Through hands-on demonstrations and models, participants will also build visualization skills necessary to apply physics concepts such as momentum and torque. By the end of the workshop, participants will have constructed their own gyro-buggy utilizing their knowledge.

This is an in-person workshop.

Kits are created by UC San Diego's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering student led organization, Project-In-A-Box.

No experience required!

A Middle School or High School student must be participating.

Limit 1 kit per household. Only 1 registration needed per household.

*If registration has closed and you're interested in attending future Project-In-A-Box workshops, please email LYee@sandiego.gov to be placed on our monthly email list.*

All participants are welcome. If you need special accessibility accommodations, please email LYee@sandiego.gov in advance of your participation.

If you have comments, questions, or grievances about Project-In-A-Box, please contact LYee@sandiego.gov.

Registration Policy and Procedures:

  • I understand students should arrive promptly for class and stay for the full duration of the class.
  • I understand this class is part of a partnership with UCSD Dept. of Computer and Electrical Engineering and the student organization, Project-In-A-Box. These classes differ from our regular programs in that they offer more of a structured, in-depth learning environment.
  • I understand that I will register through the Library Event Calendar and that my registration must be fully complete to attend the class.
  • I understand that one registration is good for my entire household and a Middle School or High School student in the household must be participating.
  • I understand that I am responsible for canceling my registration if I am unable to attend.

By registering for the class, I agree and understand the restrictions, policies, and procedures outlined above.

Accessibility

Need disability-related modifications or accommodations? Information and program content can be made available in alternative formats upon request by emailing JFRogers@sandiego.gov.