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stabilization of satellites
Satellite stabilization takes three possible forms: (1) spin stabilization, whereby the satellite is spun at 10-30 rpm; (2) gravity gradient stabilization using a large weight attached to the satellite by a length of line; (3) inertial stabilization using heavy wheels rotating at high speed – typically three wheels, one for each axis, providing three-axis stabilization.
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