With the ability of the VLBA, one of the telescopes of the NRAO, to make
extremely precise position measurements, the astronomers expect to improve the accuracy of their distance determination even more.
Not exact matches
Jim (Moose) Barrows, the U.S. downhill coach, says, «There are four major elements in a good course: 1) high - speed turns; 2) a section where a racer proves he can take high speed in a prolonged tuck
position; 3) a demand for endurance; and 4) a moment of truth, a difficult situation that requires
extremely precise technical ability and that also demands that the racer show mental discipline and courage.»
A European - led team will use the radio telescopes to make
extremely precise measurements of the probe's
position during its descent, while a U.S. - led team will concentrate on gathering measurements of the probe's descent speed and the direction of its motion.
The production segments will include an
extremely reflective mirror coating, and edge sensors that sense the height and tilt of neighboring mirror segments, allowing for
precise positioning of each segment relative to the other segments.
To take full advantage of its
extremely precise and rigid platform, the DBS employs a new and sophisticated Adaptive Damping System (ADS) which uses two separate valves to set the dampers to five different
positions, allowing instant adjustment of the car's ride and handling characteristics.