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gyrocompass: see gyroscope gyroscope (jī`rəskōp'), symmetrical mass, usually a wheel, mounted so that it can spin about an axis in any direction. ..... Click the link for more information. . gyrocompass Navigation a nonmagnetic compass that uses a motor-driven gyroscope to indicate true north gyrocompass [′jī·rō‚käm·pəs] (navigation) A north-seeking form of gyroscope used as a vehicle's or craft's directional reference. Also known as gyro; gyroscopic compass. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| The TracVision G4-HP (18") and G6-HP (24") antennas combine antenna-mounted rate gyros, CONSCAN signal strength tracking, and the award-winning KVH GyroTrac(TM) Digital Gyro Compass to provide the fastest satellite acquisition available. The TracVision G4-HP (18") and G6-HP (24") antennas combine antenna-mounted rate gyros, CONSCAN signal strength tracking, and the award-winning KVH GyroTrac(TM) Digital Gyro Compass to provide the fastest satellite acquisition available. The Standard 20 Gyro Compass offers a self-adjusting, serial heading transmission system with the highest heading accuracy in the maritime business. |
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