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Autopilot Gyroscope
Item Details
Model Number: JG7005
Manufactured: 1950's
Period of Use: 1950-1960's
Description:
Rotational rate gyroscope. Mechanical spinning mass rate gyroscope. Used in aircraft, ships, and ground vehicles for stabilization and control.
Rotational rate gyroscope. Mechanical spinning mass rate gyroscope. Used in aircraft, ships, and ground vehicles for stabilization and control.
Item History:
Development started in late 1920's by Elmer Sperry. Wiley Post used Sperry automatic pilot in first solo round-the-world flight in 1933. This specific device manufactured by Honeywell in 1950's.
Development started in late 1920's by Elmer Sperry. Wiley Post used Sperry automatic pilot in first solo round-the-world flight in 1933. This specific device manufactured by Honeywell in 1950's.
Additional Images
Autopilot Gyroscope in enclosure
Location/Ownership: Honeywell International
Submission Author: Tamara Bratland (Honeywell International)
ION Museum
Advancing Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT)
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