Set of 16 metal rings made from magnetic alloy

Made:
1996-1997 in Plymouth
Set of 16 metal rings made from magnetic alloy

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Set of 16 metal rings made from magnetic alloy
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Set of 16 metal rings made from magnetic alloy, acting as vibrating element in a solid-state gyroscope. One of the 22mm rings is damaged and is not entirely circular.

Details

Category:
Materials Science Gallery
Object Number:
2005-718
Materials:
nickel (alloy)
Measurements:
overall: .3 x 32 mm
type:
vsg metal rings
credit:
British Aerospace Systems and Engineering (BASE)