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topple axis

 
Sci-Tech Dictionary: topple axis
(′täp·əl ′ak·səs)

(mechanics) Of a gyroscope, the horizontal axis, perpendicular to the horizontal spin axis, around which topple occurs. Also known as tumble axis.


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