Alpha MiniCourse

AlphaMiniCourse uses earth gravitational attraction and rotation to align the gyroscope spin axis with the meridian, i.e. in the true north direction. The Gyro compass AlphaMiniCourse complies with requirements of IMO A.424(XI) Wheelmark approved. The control unit can be mounted at maximum 100 meters from the main gyro. The Alphaminicourse provides the following data: Heading against the geographical meridian at the vessel speed up to 90 knots, Latitude up to 80 degrees, Roll and pitch angles up to maximum 50 degrees.