Magnetic Heading Sensor Alignment and Roll Reducing Device.
Abstract
A magnetic heading sensor alignment and roll reducing device is provided. A generally cylindrical assembly has a first end and a second end. Each end has a plurality of grooves located equiangularly on a circle with the center thereof located at the cylindrical assembly's center longitudinal axis. Bearings, positioned at and supported by the first and second ends, support a magnetic heading sensor at either end thereof. The bearings provide the sensor with rotational freedom about the center longitudinal axis. A counterweight is affixed to the sensor such that its center of gravity and the sensor's center of gravity are, located at a common axial loci. A plurality of longitudinal spring strips are provided to fit into corresponding ones of the grooves on the first and second ends of the cylindrical assembly. The spring strips cooperate with the inner surface of a tubular housing when the device is inserted therein. All materials used to construct the device are non-magnetic.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 18, 1993
- Accession Number
- ADD015914
Entities
People
- Daniel L. Baker
- David N. Strong
Organizations
- United States Department of the Navy