Gyroscope Precession Demonstrator Variant 20 Kit with Arduino Uno + MPU6050
Gyroscope Precession Demonstrator Kit: Simulate Spacecraft Attitude Control with Arduino Uno & MPU6050
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Ever wondered how rockets maintain orientation in space without fins? This kit mounts an MPU6050 accelerometer-gyroscope on a spinning platform, lets you hang an asymmetric weight, and instantly plots precession drift on the OLED. In one focused afternoon, you’ll build a working physics demonstrator that mirrors the gyroscope-stabilized attitude control used in satellites and launch vehicles.
What You'll Build
A motor-driven rotating disc with the MPU6050 at its centre. When you fix a small offset mass to the disc’s rim, the sensor captures the tilt and angular rate change; the OLED displays a real-time trajectory of the spin-axis shift. You’ll see the classic gyroscopic precession – the axis moves perpendicular to the applied torque – exactly as reaction wheels nudge a spacecraft’s orientation.
What You'll Learn
- Capture 6-axis motion data (accelerometer + gyroscope) from MPU6050 over I2C and calibrate offsets.
- Control DC motor speed precisely via L298N driver and a 10kΩ potentiometer to vary spin rate.
- Render live angular displacement graphs on a 0.96-inch OLED using Adafruit libraries.
- Analyse how external torque creates precession, linking data to rigid-body dynamics critical for rocket stabilisation.
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Uno R3 | 1 |
| MPU6050 | 1 |
| 0.96in OLED | 1 |
| DC Motor | 1 |
| L298N Driver | 1 |
| 10kΩ Potentiometer | 1 |
| 4.7kΩ Resistors | 5 |
| 100nF Caps | 5 |
| 400-pt Breadboard | 1 |
| M-M Wires | 20 |
| 9V Battery Snap | 1 |
Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately
| Factor | Sourcing Separately | Compoden Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility checks | You verify every part | Pre-tested as a system |
| Build support | Forums and scattered tutorials | AI companion trained on this exact project |
| Time to first working build | Days of debugging | Hours, with step-by-step guidance |
| Shipping coordination | Multiple sellers, multiple delays | One shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days |
Who This Kit Is For
Designed for CBSE Class 11-12 students investigating rotational dynamics, B.Tech ECE/EEE undergraduates working on attitude determination projects, and participants in Smart India Hackathon or ATL Tinkering Labs. If you’ve ever sketched a reaction wheel control loop in your notebook, this kit brings that math to life on your bench.
Built and Backed by Compoden
Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project — accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.
What if I get stuck during the build?
Scan the QR code to start a conversation with the AI companion trained on this exact setup; it’ll guide you through wiring, code, and calibration. WhatsApp backup is also available.
Can I use this for a Class 12 physics investigatory project?
Yes – the OLED plots precession curves that you can export as serial data, analyse torque-vs-tilt relationships, and present as experimental evidence of gyroscopic stability.
Does the code explain the physics?
Absolutely. The Arduino sketch is heavily commented, walking you through how angular velocity readings from the MPU6050 translate to precession angles and how motor speed alters the drift rate.
Will the precession effect be clearly visible?
The OLED updates at 10 Hz, drawing a moving track of the sensor’s tilt. As soon as you clip the asymmetric weight, the disc’s axis visibly shifts on the display, matching theoretical predictions.
MPU6050 on a spinning gyroscope platform demonstrates precession as weight is added asymmetrically.
What's in this kit
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Shipping Information
- Prepaid Orders: ₹75 for orders up to ₹999, FREE shipping above ₹999
- COD Orders: ₹125 shipping + ₹50 COD fee = ₹175 total
- Delivery Timeline: Dispatch in 1-2 days, delivery in 2-7 days depending on location
Returns & Warranty
- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items