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MANOEUVRE DEPOINTAGE [1 record]

Record 1 2017-10-31

English

Subject field(s)
  • Launching and Space Maneuvering
OBS

This term refers to a procedure carried out in order to change the spin axis of a space vehicle so as to orient the latter in a desired manner.

Key term(s)
  • slew maneuver

French

Domaine(s)
  • Lancement et manœuvres dans l'espace
CONT

La visée de ces objets [astronomiques par le satellite IUE] a nécessité dans cette période plus de 900 manœuvres de recalage du pointage et l'émission de près d'un million d'ordres de télécommande.

Spanish

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