In "Apollo 13," the astronauts use a fixed star, specifically the star Canopus, visible through a window as a stationary reference point to help maintain their course during the burn. By aligning their spacecraft with Canopus, they can accurately perform the necessary maneuvers for trajectory correction. This method was crucial for ensuring their safe return to Earth after the mission's critical failure.
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