Global Positioning System
Subtitle: Theory and Practice
By: by Bernhard Hofmann-Wellenhof, Herbert Lichtenegger, James Collins
Contributors: Lichtenegger, Herbert; Collins, James
Publisher: Springer Vienna
Published: 1992
Place of publication: Vienna
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] :
Number of pages: 326
ISBN-13: 9783709151266
Description: This book shows in comprehensive manner how the Global Positioning System (GPS) works. The use of GPS for precise measurements (i.e. surveying) is treated as well as navigation and attitude determination. The basic mathematical models for various modes of GPS operations and detailed explanation of the practical use of GPS are developed precisely in this book. Additionally, the text shows why and how the kinematic mode differs from the static mode and exemplifies types of projects where different measurement modes are used. Explanations of proper project planning, execution, data reduction, and coordinate computation are provided for novice GPS users.