GPS
GPS stands for Global Positioning Systems and it is an important technology for GIS data collection.
European Global Position System Failure Points to the Importance of Location Technology
What is being called a “major outage” by the European Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) Agency, or GSA, highlights the critical importance played by the satellite systems that provide accurate positioning and time information to devices such as mobile phones, car navigation systems and other services such as land surveying.
Connecting to GPS in Tunnels
Waze is testing out technology it calls "Waze Beacons" to keep drivers connected to GPS navigation systems in tunnels.
Improving Satellite Navigation in the Far North
There is currently an effort to extend satellite navigation abilities into the north polar regions for transportation that occurs on land, over the water, and in the air.
Saying “I Love You” With GPS
Aspiring Romeos around the world have been employing their GPS tools in order to give a voice to their valentines.
Using GPS Data to Help Cities in Emergencies
In October of 2012, Hurricane Sandy struck the East Coast of the United States causing billions of dollars in damage. ...