Euler's equations for constant torque?

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The discussion focuses on solving Euler's equations for an axially symmetric space station experiencing a constant torque τ about its symmetry axis. The problem specifies that the principal moments of inertia are equal (λ1 = λ2), and the initial angular velocity is given as ω = (ω1, 0, ω3). Key constants introduced include α = (λ3 - λ1)τ/(λ1λ3) and (λ3 - λ1)ω3/λ1. The challenge lies in determining which components of Euler's equations are zero, particularly regarding the torque component along the symmetry axis.

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Homework Statement



An axially symmetric space station (principal axis e3, and λ1 = λ2) is floating in free space. It has rockets mounted symmetrically on either side that are firing and exert a constant torque τ about the symmetry axis. Solve Euler's equations exactly for ω (relative to the body axis) and describe the motion. At t = 0 take ω = (ω1,0,ω3).

As well I am told to introduce the constants
3131

α = (λ31)τ/(λ1λ3)


Homework Equations



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n=ω1+iω2

The Attempt at a Solution


I tried several different things trying to solve the problem but unfortunately I could never quite figure out which parts of Euler's equation are zero. I think that the third τ in Eulers equation is zero which would make ω3 constant but then I'm not really sure where to go.
 
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x3 is the symmetry axis. The problems states that the torque τ is about this axis. That means that \Gamma3 = τ
 

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