Lunar vehicle instrument combines the functions of attitude reference, direction reference, and display in a unit having only one moving part. The device, using bubble levels and a calibrated dial, is used as a sextant prior to takeoff, and as a backup navigation system during flight.


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    Title :

    Three-axis attitude and direction reference instrument has only one moving part


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    Publication date :

    1966-12-01


    Type of media :

    Miscellaneous


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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