Angular deceleration is a measure of how quickly an object's rotational velocity decreases over time. It is a vector quantity, meaning it has both magnitude and direction, and is typically expressed in radians per second squared (rad/s²) or degrees per second squared (deg/s²).
Angular deceleration refers to the decrease in an object's rotational speed, while linear deceleration refers to the decrease in an object's linear speed. They are related by the object's radius of rotation, with linear deceleration being equal to the angular deceleration multiplied by the radius.
Angular deceleration can be caused by a number of factors, including friction, air resistance, or the application of a braking force. In general, any force that acts to slow down the rotation of an object will result in angular deceleration.
Angular deceleration can be measured using a variety of instruments, such as an accelerometer or a gyroscope. These devices can detect changes in an object's rotational velocity and calculate the angular deceleration based on the change in time.
Angular deceleration can cause an object to slow down or come to a stop if it is strong enough. It can also change the direction of an object's rotational motion, causing it to rotate in the opposite direction. In some cases, angular deceleration may cause an object to wobble or become unstable in its rotation.