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1. albert+1d[view] [source] 2023-07-31 12:11:17
>>belter+(OP)
> it is programmed to recalibrate its position a few times a year. October 15 is the next scheduled reset.

Curious to know how this recalibration actually works. Any explainer that anyone can point to would be appreciated. Thanks!

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2. ZiiS+9o[view] [source] 2023-07-31 13:24:13
>>albert+1d
Not a rocket scientist; but I have tuned in a TV. I imagine it is simply programed to turn a few degrees then turn back to wherever it saw the strongest signal from earth.
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3. j16sdi+rJ[view] [source] 2023-07-31 14:49:56
>>ZiiS+9o
But....How does it know it's the earth?

It is billions km away.., is the earth that noisy compare to solar wind and cosmic rays?

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