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Q&A: General Astronomy and Space Science

Q:
Could you please explain why the word INERTIAL is used in "Inertial Upper Stage booster"?

A:
Because the booster uses an inertial guidance system, i.e., gyroscopes. More on IUS: http://chandra.harvard.edu/press/fact6-1.html.

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