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Despite their many problems and odd behaviors, magnetic compasses are still part of every aircraft's instrument panel.
Since they are not affected by power failure or any other type of system failure, they are still a vital backup instrument even though pilots now primarily use the gyro compass or GPS for navigation.
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Is the navigation compass still used today?
Yes, it is the compass which we use today.
Why people use compasses?
people uses compasses because it is a very good use of tool that tells you where to go when you are lost.
Does the Chinese still use the compass and why?
Yes the Chinese still use their compasses. They use them to travel in the desired direction.
How did the vikings use the north star to navigate?
The Earth's rotation axis points to the northern star (to a degree of so). So the northern star always points north. More people that just the vikings used this method, and it is still used today by people (but GPS and compasses are also used today).
Do compasses use electromagnets?
No. compasses use a complex spinner.
How did ancient people study ocean?
People use compasses and sailed in boats.
Do people still use compasses?
Despite their many problems and odd behaviors, magnetic compasses are still part of every aircraft's instrument panel. Since they are not affected by power failure or any other type of system failure, they are still a vital backup instrument even though pilots now primarily use the gyro compass or GPS for navigation.
In what years did people use carriages?
People still use carriages today.
Why do you still use kites today?
Kites are still used today because of the fun and excitement it brings to people.
Do people still use a satellite phone today?
Yes. People still use satellite phones in remote and rural areas.
Why did Europeans use compasses?
They used compasses to navigate on the sea and on land.
How is gunpowder used today?
People use it for weapons and still use it for fireworks
