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Last modified: 15 December 2008
Hardcopy (PDF): A4 | Letter

OBC: On-Board Computer


The on-board computer (OBC) executes the sequence of maneuvers, instrument movements, and configurations necessary for Chandra to perform the scheduled observations.



Hardcopy (PDF): A4 | Letter
Last modified: 15 December 2008


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