North Seeking Gyro Latitude Sensitivity

Abstract

Tests to evaluate latitude dependent performance variations of North Seeking Gyros were conducted using a PERSHING Azimuth Reference Unit Gyro Assembly. The instrument was calibrated at Santa Monica, California, operated at three latitudes in Germany, then rerun at Santa Monica to verify the calibration. Results of tests performed demonstrated gyro performance within accuracy analysis and projected response times. Increasing variation of the mean with latitude evidenced during the tests requires additional data before explanation.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1974
Accession Number
ADB002655

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  • William W. Stripling

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accuracy
  • Air Force
  • Air Force Facilities
  • Assembly
  • Calibration
  • Field Conditions
  • Latitude
  • Mathematics
  • Reaction Time
  • Security
  • Sensitivity
  • Standards
  • Surveys
  • Test And Evaluation

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