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The V-2, the world's first ballistic missile, was aimed in part by this device. During launch, a component of this device sensed the rocket's acceleration, and from that measurement the device computed the missile's velocity. When the V-2 reached the velocity predetermined to hit a given target, its engine was commanded to shut down. For the rest of the mission, the V-2 coasted to its target in a free-fall, or "ballistic" trajectory.

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This object is on display in Rockets & Missiles at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.

Rockets & Missiles
Object Details
Country of Origin Germany Type INSTRUMENTS-Navigational Manufacturer E. Ott, Kempten
Kreiselgeraete G.m.b.H.
 Dimensions 3-D: 19.1 x 12.1 x 19.1cm (7 1/2 x 4 3/4 x 7 1/2 in.)
 Materials Housing: aluminum
 Inventory Number A19730008000 Credit Line Donor Unknown Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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