An astrocompass is a navigational tool for determining the direction of true north through the positions of various astronomical bodies. It is an evolution...
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superseded by GPS compasses, with magnetic backups, in civilian contexts. Astrocompass – Tool for finding true north through the positions of astronomical bodies...
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most of the Nimrod's guidance systems such as the air data computer, astrocompass, inertial guidance and doppler radar. Navigation information could also...
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magnetic anomaly detector (LAMPS helicopters, P-3) AN/ASQ-119: Astrotracker astrocompass manufactured by Litton and used for stellar navigation as part of the...
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For example, an 8x42 monocular has a 42mm front lens diameter. Compass Astrocompass Grid compass Marine sandglass MotorBoating. August 1977. p. 68. ISSN 1531-2623...
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a check compass on aircraft fitted with a remote indicating compass. Astrocompass Compass Silva Compass Solar compass Marine sandglass Bearing compass...
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while with Burt's solar compass it was only $15 per mile ($9.3/km). Astrocompass – Tool for finding true north through the positions of astronomical bodies...
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