LCC20 112: Gyrocompass Flashcards

1
Q

Type of Gyro

A

Inertial Navigation System (INS) AN/WSN-7 Ring Laser Gyro Navigation (RLGN)

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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

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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.

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4
Q

Alarms and Enuciators

A

also monitors ships 115 volt 60HZ and 400HZ power provided to gyro

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5
Q

What do the Gyros provide continuously?

A

Ship’s position, attitude, heading and velocity

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