The Dzhanibekov Effect

[Simpo Two]

Thought you chaps would enjoy getting your brains round this:

The Bizarre Behavior of Rotating Bodies, Explained:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1VPfZ_XzisU&fb...

[Donbot]

Interesting. I wondered why things spin round when flipping them.

[Esceptico]

Thanks for posting that.

[Beati Dogu]

Interesting stuff. I've seen the rotating handle on the ISS video before, so it's nice to have an explanation.

[RobM77]

I follow the channel and saw this when it posted - fascinating. I often flip my tennis racket or phone when I'm holding them and knew they spun in two axes, but just assumed I was imparting the rotation.