Artificial Gyroscopic Horizon

Artificial horizon with a DC-driven gyro in a metal case. The mirror is gimballed and is contained in a gimballed cylinder within the case.

Object Details

ID: ACO1440
Collection: Astronomical and navigational instruments
Type: Artificial Gyroscopic Horizon
Display location: Not on display
Creator: S. G. Brown Ltd
Date made: 1923
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Admiralty Compass Observatory
Measurements: Overall: 345 mm x 345 mm x 250 mm
Parts: Artificial Gyroscopic Horizon