Venkatesh Rao@vgrJust realized I have no idea how 2dof gimbals are actuated. Anyone know? 2 hydraulic cylinders at right angles?Quote TweetBlack Hole@konstructivizm·Dec 18, 2021SpaceX Starship Heavy Steering Test by phleep0:0524.4K views4:10 PM · Dec 18, 2021127 Likes
Scott Manley@DJSnM·Dec 18, 2021Replying to @vgrYep, two linear actuators, usually hydraulic, sometimes electromechanical. Then you need propellent lines that can flex in the right way.91228
Reductionist@idontwa86202030·Dec 18, 2021Replying to @vgrfor two axis gimbal you need two actuators that aren't parallel if they are orthogonal depends on packaging i guess, would be the best option though11
Joshua Freeland@jmfreeland·Dec 19, 2021Replying to @vgrThey’re just connected to a big rod in the cockpit.1