Kowalewski top
The Kowalewski top is a mathematical model used in the study of rigid body dynamics. It represents a spinning top with a specific shape, characterized by having a point mass at the top and a rigid body that can rotate freely. This model is significant in understanding complex motion and stability in three-dimensional space.
Named after the mathematician Sofia Kowalewski, the Kowalewski top is notable for its unique properties, including chaotic motion under certain conditions. It serves as an important example in the field of dynamical systems and has applications in various areas of physics and engineering.