3.4.1 - Technical terms in GNSS
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Define 'Latitude'.
💡 Hint: Think about how we divide the Earth into northern and southern halves.
What is the role of a 'Datum' in GNSS?
💡 Hint: Consider a standard frame of reference.
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What does latitude measure?
💡 Hint: Think of the equator as a dividing line.
True or False? The geoid is an ideal mathematical surface.
💡 Hint: Consider how gravity influences elevation.
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How would you calculate the coordinates of a location given its distance from known latitude and longitude points?
💡 Hint: Consider how GPS technologies utilize towers to pinpoint locations.
Discuss the implications if a GNSS system utilized only one satellite instead of a constellation.
💡 Hint: Think about the reasons we need multiple signal sources for valid data.
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