The Mechanics of StrengthThe Trampoline and Kinetic Energy

12 min

Available until 21/07/2026

If you spin a top, it will continue to rotate on its own for a while. Physicists found the explanation for this phenomenon: inside angular momentum. In sport it is used by trampoliners. They are true masters of the art of turning and can perform up to 50 spins in 20 seconds.

Director

  • François-Philippe Gallois

  • Romain Blanc-Tailleur

Country

France

Year

2021

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