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Global Positioning Systems (GPS)

The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based navigational system that provides dependable time and location information of a receiver. Maintained by the U.S. government, it is originally intended for military applications and later made freely accessible for civilian use.

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What is meant by Global Positioning Satellite?

A Global Positioning satellite is one of several satellites that orbit the earth constantly broadcasting a signal the give their location. Collectively these satellites are called the Globle Positioning System or GPS. Global Positioning means the system is used to determine your position on the globe -- your latitude and longitude. GPS receivers can receive signals from these satellites and use them to calculate where on the earth the receiver (and thus the person with the receiver) is. Visit the links below for more information on GPS satellites.

What parameters can the Global positioning system provide inside the aircraft from the following heading or altitude or distance or position or vertical airspeed or airspeed or direction or waypoints?

Assuming that there is a ":" after following - ie the list to choose from is: Heading - No because this will be the direction that the aircraft is pointing but the track it is actually flying may be different due to wind. Altitude - Yes, but is probably not as accurate as the aircraft's own Baro Alt Distance - From what? - From the last waypoint or waypoints yes. Position - Yes Lat/Long, OSGB or UTM (or whatever datums the GPS is capable of working in or converting to). Vertical Airspeed - Probably if it can calculate based on Altitude and Distance Direction - Yes. This is the track that the Aircraft is moving along. Waypoints - These aren't provided by GPS as such but can be set up by the Pilot as specific positions.

Can a gps vehicle tracker protect my car if it is stolen?

Yes, a vehicle tracker may help the police track down your car in the event that it is stolen. If you own an expensive car, this is probably a very good item for you to use.

I have a 2000 ML 320. The I wish to use the navigation system and I am told i need a CD. The unit in my car has the CD player in the back. Is it still possible to use this nav CD in my system?

The CD player in the back is for audio cds. The navigation CD is located behind the faceplate for the MCS (modular control system). Press the open button on your MCS faceplate and insert the navi CD in the slot close the faceplate by pressing the open button or lift up slightly, then press Navi on the faceplate.

The advent of GPS has?

revolutionalized the way we track locations.

What portion of earth receives energy form the sun at any given time?

Since the Earth is a Spheroid shape, (not a true sphere) 50% of its surface is illuminated by the Sun, at any given moment.

Where can one purchase a USB GPS receiver?

One can purchase a USB GPS receiver online on the official Ebay website. Ebay has the largest selection for the cheapest price, and Ebay supports thousands of different dealers of USB receivers.

Do tablets have gps?

It depends on the tablet. Some do have a GPS chip built in but others do not. Check your specific model online to find out.

What is the address for GPS Central?

GPS central is located in lovely Calgary Alberta. It can be found at #7 -711 48 Ave SE. It is located on the corner of Blackfoot Trail and 46th Ave SE

Why does your gps tell you no satellite signal?

Hi,

Most likely it's an antenna problem or something wrong with the `front end` section of the receiver. Then again, it also depends on your location. I wouldn't expect a GPS receiver to work well in a cave or close to large buildings, etc.

Hope this helps,

Cubby

Where can one buy the new GPS 3?

The GPS 3 which was just released this March can be found in a multitude of places both online and in store. The best offer is always to be found on a site call Gadgets and Things. On this site you can find all the latest technology and at a great price.

How is data inputted in gps?

GPS devices receive data from satellites through signals transmitted by the satellites. The GPS receiver in the device then processes these signals to determine the device's location based on the time it takes for the signals to travel from the satellites to the receiver. This location data is then used to provide navigation information to the user.

Is the cheapest Garmin GPS available at Wal-Mart?

The cheapest Garmin GPS is the Nuvi 205 3.5" Portable GPS. It is available at Walmart: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Garmin-nuvi-205-3.5-Portable-GPS-Black/13020913.

What is the difference between a Garmin Nuvi 340 and Garmin Nuvi 350?

The basic difference between the two is bascially one is upgraded. The Garmin nuvi 350 has a new sirf chip that makes it extremely accurate i recommend the garmin nuvi 350 check out this review site it gives more details. just check this out

http://squidoo.com/garminnuvireviews

What do the lights in the instrument panel of a 1994 suzuki escudo represent?

Cars are changing, and among those changes is the adding of symbols or indicators that will show up on your instrument panel.ÊThe lights in the instrument panel serves as a warning light or a misbehaving push button-start car.Ê

Where can a person buy a Mio GPS?

One can buy a Mio GPS from many online multi purpose websites. For instance, a Mio GPS can be purchased from Amazon or Argos. These Mio GPS systems are of the top quality, as stated in review on these sites.