Glossary G

Deutsch: Bodenbasierte Astronomie / Español: Astronomía basada en tierra / Português: Astronomia baseada em terra / Français: Astronomie au sol / Italiano: Astronomia basata a terra

Ground-Based Astronomy refers to the observation and study of celestial objects and phenomena using telescopes and other instruments located on the Earth's surface. This field of astronomy relies on observatories equipped with advanced technology to collect data and provide insights into the universe.

In the aerospace context, GSA stands for Government Services Administration. It's an independent agency of the United States federal government that provides centralized procurement and property management services to other federal agencies.

GSE stands for ground support equipment. Ground support equipment refers to the tools, machinery, and other equipment that is used to support the operation, maintenance, and repair of aircraft and other aerospace systems.

In the aerospace context, GSO stands for Geostationary Orbit, it is an orbit around the Earth in which a satellite orbits at the same rate as the Earth's rotation, allowing it to remain fixed over a single location on the surface of the Earth.

Guideline in the space industry context refers to a set of recommended principles, rules, or instructions that serve as a framework for the planning, execution, and management of space missions, projects, and activities. These guidelines are established to ensure safety, efficiency, and the successful accomplishment of objectives in space exploration and utilization. Guidelines cover a wide range of aspects, including mission planning, spacecraft design, launch procedures, and space policy. In this article, we will explore the significance of guidelines in the space industry, provide examples of different types of guidelines, and discuss similar concepts related to best practices and standards in space-related endeavors.

English: Gyroscope / Deutsch: Gyroskop / Español: Giroscopio / Português: Giroscópio / Français: Gyroscope / Italiano: Giroscopio /

A gyroscope is a device used for measuring or maintaining orientation and angular velocity.[1][2] It is a spinning wheel or disc in which the axis of rotation (spin axis) is free to assume any orientation by itself. When rotating, the orientation of this axis is unaffected by tilting or rotation of the mounting, according to the conservation of angular momentum.