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GPS, or Global Position Service, is a very useful invention. The invention has been around for a couple years, and it has recently gained a lot of attention and publicity. All sorts of people have begun to use the service.
GPS has a series of satellites in the air. The satellites link up to GPS transmitters on Earth. With this link, the satellites can tell the transmitters on Earth their exact position. The positions are accurate within fifteen feet. The satellite can also tell the user the altitude of the user. The altitude is how far an user is from sea level.
The GPS system does have its shortcomings though. The transmitters have problems transmitting sometimes. If the user is under a bridge or in a very well insulated area, the signal may not reach the satellite. The position is therefore impossible to calculate. The satellites also are not very accurate. Fifteen feet is a large margin of error in some cases. If someone were stuck under the snow, a fifteen foot radius would be a large area to search. The person with the transmitter could easily die under the snow. This lack of accuracy is a problem scientists hope to fix. The satellites are also affected by weather on Earth. Large thunder heads and other weather phenomenon can block the transmission of the GPS signal.
Scientists are making giant strides though in the accuracy of the GPS transmission. They have begun to send more satellites into space. In the near future, the accuracy will be to the nearest three feet. The increased number of satellites will allow triangulation of position. This triangulation of GPS will make the position very accurate. With these increases in accuracy, the usefulness of the GPS will increase greatly. More applications will be discovered, and it will be easier to use them in search and rescue missions. They will assist soldiers over seas locate their other troops. Also, if the soldier becomes lost, the transmitter can send a beacon to help the lost soldier be found. The future of GPS is very bright.
What else can I help you with?
What is the past tense of gps?
Gps doesn't have a past tense as it's not a verb.
Is gps masculine or feminine in french?
In French, "GPS" (Global Positioning System) is considered masculine. It would be used with masculine articles such as "le" (the) or "un" (a/an).
What is the name of the place with GPS coordinates 18.96 72.82?
The GPS coordinates 18.96, 72.82 correspond to the city of Mumbai, India.
What is the definition for GPS?
GPS stands for Global Positioning System and is a satellite-based navigation system that provides location and time information to users anywhere on or near the Earth. It relies on a network of satellites that transmit signals to GPS receivers, allowing users to determine their precise location. GPS is commonly used in various applications such as navigation, tracking, mapping, and surveying.
What are the gps coordinates for your house?
The GPS coordinates of my house are:38° 53′ 51.61″ N, 77° 2′ 11.58″ W38.89767, -77.03655
What is difference between gps and a gps?
Nothing. A gps is the same as a gps.
Does the Nexus S have gps?
Yes it has GPS and A-GPS. that stands for Assisted GPS
What kind of GPS apps are available on Google Play?
There are many GPS apps which are available on Google Play. Some include GPS Essentials, GPS Tracking Pro, GPS Speedometer and TeleNav GPS Navigator.
Is it neccessary for all gps owners to have a gps holder?
A GPS holder is not a necessity. The GPS will work just fine without it. Having a GPS holder will, however help you protect the GPS and prolong its useful life.
Are all cellphone gps enabled?
Not all phones have GPS. And not all phones that have GPS have activated GPS upon first use. For many, you would have to enable the GPS first.
does 350eagle have gps?
does eagle350 have gps
Bluetooth Gps?
Competitive Bluetooth GPS products from various China Bluetooth GPS manufacturers and Bluetooth GPS suppliers are listed below, please view them and select the most helpful info for you. Besides, we also provide you with Bluetooth GPS related products such as GPS, Car GPS Navigation, Gps Device, Bluetooth Receiver for your choice.
What type of vehicle is a pioneer gps used for?
A Pioneer GPS is used for cars. The GPS is designed to be installed in the dashboard. Some features of this GPS include, multimedia playback, GPS tracking and radio.
What cell phones have gps?
every iphone has GPs and i think black berries have gps aswell
Is GPS helpful?
Gps is helpful because it helps you find location and where you are and Gps are known to be in cars.
How can one convert GPS tracking?
There are many ways one can convert GPS tracking. One can convert GPS tracking is by uploading different GPS track logs. These are also called GPS traces.
GPS locater Is that a chip in the GPS I'm just assuming that it is an actual GPS. I am lost and my GPS is at home , Would my cellphone's GPS help me get out of here?
Yes it would, it might be a little less detailed than a normal GPS but it still is one. The cellphone's GPS will show roads and direction, like a compass.
