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What is a GPS and how does it work?
What is a GPS and how does it work?
A GPS is a device that uses satellites to locate the user's position. It can locate your position within 20 meters.
Why is it important to have a GPS?
Why is it important to have a GPS?
Having a GPS can help you determine your location when you are lost or in unfamiliar territory.
In what types of devices can GPS be found?
In what types of devices can GPS be found?
GPS devices can be found in cars, airplanes, boats, as well as in portable devices like watches and telephones.
What additional feature do some GPS devices have?
What additional feature do some GPS devices have?
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Can a GPS start a car?
Can a GPS start a car?
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What are the three parts of the GPS system?
What are the three parts of the GPS system?
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What is the purpose of the receiver in the GPS system?
What is the purpose of the receiver in the GPS system?
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What do the satellites in the GPS system carry?
What do the satellites in the GPS system carry?
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How does the receiver calculate its exact position?
How does the receiver calculate its exact position?
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Where are the ground stations of the GPS system located?
Where are the ground stations of the GPS system located?
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Study Notes
GPS Device
- A GPS device uses satellites to locate the user's position, with an accuracy of within 20 meters.
- Some GPS devices are even more accurate.
- A GPS device is a small, portable radio receiver that can be held in hand, put in a pocket, or fitted into a watch or telephone.
Applications of GPS
- GPS devices are used in cars, aeroplanes, and boats.
- Some GPS devices, such as the Garmin GPSMAP 60, have electronic maps that provide exact location information.
- In cities, GPS devices can tell you the name of the street.
How GPS Works
- The GPS system consists of three parts: the receiver, a group of satellites orbiting the Earth, and a network of ground stations around the world.
- The receiver contacts at least four satellites and measures the distance from each using radio waves and time.
- The receiver then calculates its exact position using the measured distances.
- The satellites carry atomic clocks and transmit radio signals.
- The ground stations are located all over the world and play a crucial role in the GPS system.
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Test your knowledge on GPS technology and how it can save the day in emergency situations. Discover the key features and benefits of GPS devices and learn how they work to accurately locate users. Don't get stranded again, take this quiz and be prepared!
