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Global Positioning System (GPS)

9.2 Global Positioning System (GPS)
 
Global Positioning System (GPS)
A navigation system which gives information on location and time to its users in all weather conditions
 
GPS is made up of 
 

 
  • Control segment is made up of a master control station, alternative master control station, command and control antennas as well as monitor stations
  • Space segment with satellites network that run on semi-synchronous Earth orbit
  • User segment refer to GPS user who uses device such as smartphone

 

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Chapter : Space Technology
Topic : Global Positioning System
Form 5 Science
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