saller
Theory about Gyrocompass
Gyrocompass
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Oversimplified explanation: A gyrocompass uses opposing rotors to point at a fixed point. As the vessel moves around that fixed point, sensors indicate the movement and display them as heading changes. Gyrocompasses can also be used to indicate other movement such as pitch, roll and yaw.
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