Physics A-Level
Smoothing of motion
What Smoothing of motion means in Physics A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Smoothing of motion
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A flywheel reduces speed fluctuations during each cycle, keeping the crankshaft turning between power strokes in a vehicle.
Topics that use Smoothing of motion
- Rotational kinetic energy (A-level only) (AQA A-Level)
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