 In depth  So what is a gyroscope?  (The following definition of
a gyroscope is simplified)  Usually gyroscopes take the form of
a disc shaped object but can be any object that produces an
effective gyroscopic behavior. Most of the gyroscopes mass
should be as far away from the center as possible. This often
results in a disc with a large heavy rim. When the gyroscope
isn't rotating it behaves like any other object, however when
the gyroscope is spun on its axis at high speed it resists
movements in certain directions.  gyroscope and car diagram
Gyroscopic Precession  When the gyroscope is spinning it can
contain large amounts of stored energy. Newton's first law of
motion states that any body will continue in its state of motion
(still or travelling) until outside forces change it. Because of
the forces when the gyroscope is spinning, if it is moved the
gyroscope will try to 'compensate' for this movement. If we take
the example of a gyroscope's axle being clamped to the structure
of the car (often the cars