LCC20 112: Gyrocompass Flashcards
1
Q
Type of Gyro
A
Inertial Navigation System (INS) AN/WSN-7 Ring Laser Gyro Navigation (RLGN)
2
Q
How many and Where?
A
2 Fully independent, Self contained INS cabinets which provide full redundancy and increased survivability
FWD and AFT IC shops
3
Q
Synchro signal amplifiers
A
Amplifies course and heading data from the gyro and transmits them to the slave units to coincide with the master units.
4
Q
Alarms and Enuciators
A
also monitors ships 115 volt 60HZ and 400HZ power provided to gyro
5
Q
What do the Gyros provide continuously?
A
Ship’s position, attitude, heading and velocity
