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Frequency of Oscillation of a Gyrocompass

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wilg

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The frequency of oscillation of a gyrocompass
is dependent on latitude, as a gyrocompass
nears the north polar axis, what effect
does that have on the oscillation frequency ?
 
As the latitude approaches +/- pi/2 the frequency approaches zero (ie the gyrocompass no longer functions). What is the reason for this question ?
 
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