gyroscopes

gyroscopes
gy·ro·scope || 'dʒaɪrəskəʊp n. device containing a rotating wheel attached to a stable axis which allows the wheel to maintain its absolute direction regardless of the movement of surrounding parts (used in navigational instruments)

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