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reaction control system (RCS)
A type of attitude control system that uses small, low-thrust vernier engines to provide three-axis control of a spacecraft in the absence of aerodynamic forces. Most RCS systems employ a cold gas such as nitrogen, although some operate using hydrazine. Pointing accuracies of 0.1–0.5° are typically achieved.
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• ROCKET ENGINE TYPES• SPACECRAFT NAVIGATION AND CONTROL
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