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Chapter 3 - Turret
3.1.3
Gimbal
The gimbal is the outer dome that electro-mechanically steers and stabilizes an internal sensor payload. The major
functions of the gimbal are to:
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Stabilize sensors
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Measure the optical bench's line-of-sight
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Align the INS
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Protect the payload from environmental exposure
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