Everyday Einstein: Demonstrating GPS Trilateration
Channel: Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics
Date: 08/05/2012

Using simple materials and a map of the world, you can demonstrate how GPS determines a location. For a full description of this hands-on classroom activity, see Activity 2 in Perimeter Institute’s free classroom resource, Everyday Einstein: GPS and Relativity.   

Download the teacher's guide, modifiable worksheets, and supporting materials at: https://resources.perimeterinstitute.ca/products/everyday-einstein-gps-relativity

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