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Scientists can monitor changes in elevation as well as horizontal movement along faults using a network of Earth-orbiting satellites called GPS.

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WHAT is the difference between satrack and gps?

Sattrack is a system used to monitor satellites' positions and orbits, while GPS (Global Positioning System) is a network of satellites that provides location and time information to GPS receivers on Earth. In essence, sattrack is more specific to tracking satellites, whereas GPS is a broader system for determining precise location on Earth.


Examples of artificial satellites?

First was sputnik, but anything from the Direct TV and XM radio satellites and telecommunication, GPS to the International Space Station are artificial satellites in Earth Orbit. There are artificial satellites currently in orbit around other planets as well.


What is the abbreviation for the use of satellites to find your latitude and longitude?

The abbreviation is GPS, which stands for Global Positioning System.


Why does g.p.s. need 4 satellites?

GPS needs signals from at least 4 satellites to accurately calculate a 3D position on Earth. By receiving signals from multiple satellites, the GPS device can triangulate its position using the known positions of the satellites. This allows for highly accurate location determination.


What remote sensing devices uses a system of 27 satellites that transmit microwaves?

The remote sensing device that uses a system of 27 satellites transmitting microwaves is the Global Positioning System (GPS). These satellites orbit the Earth and provide location and timing information to GPS receivers on the ground. By analyzing the microwave signals received from multiple satellites, GPS receivers can calculate precise positions anywhere on Earth.

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How does a GPS (Global Positioning System) work?

A GPS works by satellites that are located in outer space. These satellites are connected with cameras that show the whole earth. You GPS and the satellites systems are working together to provide maps for you.


Where are GPS satellite signals processed?

GPS signals are processed in the GPS unit and displayed, and they are also processed via three Global Position Satellites. All four units work together and process GPS signals (some to the satellites from the GPS, and some from the satellites to the GPS) to create an accurate position.


What is GPS or GPRS and how does it work?

GPS- Global Positioning System Uses satellites to determine it location.


What Is GPS Tracker?

Smartphones use GPS receivers to receive signals from GPS satellites and determine their location. GPS receivers in smartphones work by triangulating the signals from at least four GPS satellites to calculate the phone's latitude, longitude, and altitude.


What do gps satellites find?

GPS satellites do not 'find' anything, that is not their purpose.


What type of orbit is used by gps satellites subsynchronous or sunsynchronous?

Geostationary satellites are the ones used for GPS satellites.


What is the minimum number of operationsl navstar satellites required for the space segment of gps?

A minimum of 24 operational Navstar satellites are required for the GPS system to work effectively. These satellites are strategically positioned in orbit to ensure global coverage and accurate positioning for GPS receivers on Earth.


Does the Navigon GPS work internationally?

The Navigon GPS works internationally, like most other gps systems. They are run through satellites, which would not cease to work overseas in Europe or Asia.


What are two names of satellites?

GPS IIA-1 NAVSTAR 1 (Both GPS satellites)


What is Reliablity?

In GPSs, reliability is the quality of the connection you have to GPS satellites.


How many GPS Satellites does the US Deptartment of Defense have?

There are currently 30 healthy GPS satellites in orbit.


What geometric shape do satellites create in order yo make a GPS work?

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