Stabilization and Control System

SCS components

The Stabilization and Control System (SCS) provides a capability for monitoring and controlling the attitude of the spacecraft, for translational manoeuvers and SPS thrust vector control. Also the SCS is the backup system for the Primary Guidance, Navigation and Control System (PGNCS), which is the Apollo Guidance Computer basically.

External Links

• Apollo Operations Handbook: Stabilization and Control System
• Apollo Experience Report: CSM Stabilization and Control System

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