Global Navigation Satellite Systems and Their Applications [electronic resource] /
Madry, Scott.author.
International Space University.
Dr. Madry, one of the world's leading experts in the field, provides in a condensed form a quick yet comprehensive overview of satellite navigation. This book concisely addresses the latest technology, the applications, the regulatory issues, and the strategic implications of satellite navigation systems. This assesses the strengths and weaknesses of satellite navigation networks and review of all the various national systems now being deployed and the motivation behind the proliferation of these systems.
Description based upon print version of record.
Includes bibliographical references.
Chapter 1. Global Navigation Satellite Systems -- Chapter 2. Doppler Satellite Positioning, Telemetry and Data Systems -- Chapter 3. Precision and Navigational PNT Systems -- Chapter 4. Aided and Augmentation Systems, and Differential GPS -- Chapter 5. Applications of PNT Systems -- Chapter 6. National and International Governmental Policy Issues -- Chapter 7. Conclusions and Future Directions -- 8. Top Ten Things to Know About GNSS -- Appendix 1. Key Terms and Acronyms -- Appendix 2. Selected Bibliography -- Appendix 3. Selected Websites.
Dr. Madry, one of the world's leading experts in the field, provides in a condensed form a quick yet comprehensive overview of satellite navigation. This book concisely addresses the latest technology, the applications, the regulatory issues, and the strategic implications of satellite navigation systems. This assesses the strengths and weaknesses of satellite navigation networks and review of all the various national systems now being deployed and the motivation behind the proliferation of these systems.
Aerospace engineering.
Astronautics.
Geophysics.
Special purpose computers.
Law of the sea.
International law.
Aerospace Technology and Astronautics.
Geophysics/Geodesy.
Special Purpose and Application-Based Systems.
Law of the Sea, Air and Outer Space.