GPS
GPS stands for Global Positioning Systems and it is an important technology for GIS data collection.
Before There was GPS: Personal Navigation in the Early 20th Century
Here are a few creative ways inventors tried to make driving directions easier before there was GPS.
Real-time Satellite Tracking
N2YO.com is an online service that offers satellite tracking and information in real-time.
The Past, Present, and Future of GNSS
The Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) has emerged as the standard navigation system that provides global positioning for devices we use every day.
Can GPS Work on the Moon?
NASA researchers found that existing GPS satellites can provide navigational signals to the moon, aiding astronauts in future lunar missions.
Using GPS to Improve the Accuracy of Drone Mapping
By improving the precision of the GPS devices on UAVs, it is now possible to create much more accurate maps without needing to physically visit the area in order to ground truth.