Compass

What is the definition of compass?

A device used to indicate direction with reference to North (heading). Various technologies are used, including magnetic field detection, MEMS and FOG.

What are the applications for compass?

• Autonomous Systems
• Autonomous Agriculture
• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Defence
• Marine
• Subsea
• Surveying

What other terms are related to compass?

• Coordinate
• Gyrocompass
• Heading
• MEMS
• Navigation
• FOG

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Advanced Navigation’s glossary covers the most common terms and definitions used in inertial navigation systems, acoustic positioning and robotics.

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MEMS GNSS / INS

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Satellite Compass

MEMS IMU

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Micro-AUV