Weaver's backstrap and gyroscope: what they have in common

1. Step 1. Weaver's backstrap — is part of — Backstrap loom. It tensions the warp with the body.
2. Step 2. Backstrap loom — has part — Shed stick. It separates the threads.
3. Step 3. Shed stick — is part of — Warp-weighted loom. It separates the threads for the weft to pass.
4. Step 4. Warp-weighted loom — is made of — Clay. The warp threads were tensioned with clay weights.
5. Step 5. Clay — is material for — Spinning top. Or shaped from clay.
6. Step 6. Spinning top — works like — Gyroscope. A gyroscope is a top in a gimbal.

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