Cycloid disk draws path on chalkboard.

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(A)Mechanics - A+55: Rotational Dynamics

The Cycloid Disk: Draws Cycloid Path on Chalkboard. Chalk fits in the notch on the outer rim of the disk. As the disk rolls to the right, the chalk traces out a cycloid path.
UCB Index: 
A+55+10
PIRA Index: 
1D10.20
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