Dynamics of Rotation

The dynamics of rotation describe how objects spin around an axis. Think of a figure skater spinning or a wheel turning. When an object rotates, it has a property called angular momentum, which depends on how fast it spins and how its mass is distributed. External forces, like torque (a twisting force), can change its speed or the axis it spins around. The principles governing these motions help explain everything from planetary orbits to the movement of rotating machinery, emphasizing how forces and mass distribution influence rotational behavior.