Attitude Control Systems

Attitude Control Systems (ACS) are essential technologies used to manage the orientation or position of a spacecraft, satellite, or other objects in space. Imagine trying to keep a spinning top upright; similarly, ACS uses sensors and motors to adjust and stabilize a craft's direction in response to different forces, like gravity or atmospheric drag. These systems ensure that instruments, antennas, and solar panels are properly aligned for effective operation. By maintaining the correct attitude, ACS allows for successful communication, navigation, and scientific observations while in orbit or during missions beyond Earth.