LIGHTWEIGHT GYRO AZIMUTH THEODOLITE (LEAR NORTH SEEKING GYRO MODEL NO. 11NG530A)

Abstract

Engineering tests of a lightweight gyro azimuth theodolite were performed at the GIMRADA test areas at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, and Fort Greely, Alaska. This instrument consists of a theodolite mounted on a gyroscopic reference nit, a combined electronic control unit and carrying case, and a tripod. The instrument is powered by internal batteries, weighs 31 pounds 6 ounces, and after 20 minutes operation time will permit read out of azimuth to any target sighted through the theodolite telescope. Testing under various conditions demonstrated that accuracies of 0.38 mil (standard deviation) or better could be obtained with the instrument.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 21, 1963
Accession Number
AD0409872

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  • Duane C. Bright
  • Robert T. Flowe

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  • Air Force
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