Abstract
We obtain generalized formulae for the moments of inertia of D( 2)-dimensional uniform solid spheres and spherical shells without actual integration. The derivation is based on the parallel axis theorem and the (generalized) perpendicular axis theorem along with rotational symmetry.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 025003 |
Journal | European Journal of Physics |
Volume | 35 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2014 Mar |
Keywords
- arbitrary dimension
- moment of inertia
- parallel axis theorem
- perpendicular axis theorem
- sphere
- spherical symmetry
- without integration
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Physics and Astronomy(all)