GPSfunktsiooni
GPSfunktsiooni refers to the functionality of a Global Positioning System (GPS). A GPS is a satellite-based radio-navigation system owned by the United States government and operated by the United States Space Force. It consists of a constellation of satellites orbiting Earth, a network of ground control stations, and receivers. When a GPS receiver is turned on, it detects signals from at least four satellites. These signals contain information about the satellites' positions and the precise time the signals were transmitted. By measuring the time it takes for these signals to arrive, the receiver can calculate its distance from each satellite. Using this distance information from multiple satellites, the receiver can then triangulate its exact location on Earth, determining its latitude, longitude, and altitude. This core functionality allows for precise positioning and navigation. Beyond basic location tracking, GPSfunktsiooni enables a wide range of applications. These include turn-by-turn navigation in vehicles and on mobile devices, location-based services such as mapping and finding nearby points of interest, tracking the movement of assets and individuals, surveying and mapping land, and enabling precision agriculture. The accuracy of GPSfunktsiooni can be affected by factors like atmospheric conditions, signal obstructions (e.g., tall buildings or dense foliage), and the quality of the receiver. Continuous technological advancements aim to improve the accuracy and reliability of GPSfunktsiooni.