Hubble Space Telescope rate gyro assemblies
Hubble has a sophisticated system that controls its position 24 hours a day. It is called the Pointing Control System (PCS). The PCS is composed of Gyroscopes, reaction wheels, and fine guidance sensors.
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Name: | HST, Hubble Space Telescope |
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Type: | Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Telescope |
Category: | Illustrations |