Much of modern technology would be impossible without them, whether space telescopes or avionics. Yet during the early 20th century a much more radical idea was proposed for gyroscopes ...

Aircraft instruments and aviation electronics (avionics) have played crucial roles in the safety ... a remarkable grouping of historic firsts produced by the Sperry Gyroscope Company and another from ...

Be sure to check out [Erik Baigar]’s webpage which is nerd paradise for vintage computer and avionics fans or watch another gyroscope teardown. Video after the break.