advantages and disadvantages of gps
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ADVANTAGES OF GPS
ADVANTAGES OF GPS
• 100% coverage on the planet
ADVANTAGES OF GPS• 24 satellites, orbit the earth twice a
day at an altitude of 10,800 miles
• At least 6 satellites above the horizon
EASE OF NAVIGATION
• Determine exactly where you are at any given moment
• Give you the exact latitude and longitude
SEARCH NEARBY AREA
• Allow you to search the local area for nearby amenities
WEATHER INFORMATION
• Determine the atmosphere’s water content to improving the accuracy of weather forecasts
TRACKING
BATTERY LIFE
INACCURACY
• Obstacles like buildings and trees can deflect the signal
INACCURACY
MAIN POINT
Advantages of GPS☺Easy to navigate☺Search nearby area☺Weather information☺TrackingDisadvantages of GPS☻Battery life☻Inaccuracy
OUTLINE
I. INTRODUCTION
II. BODY General information Component & characteristic Mechanism Advantages & disadvantages of GPS
III. CONCLUSION
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• Ann Mapleridge, What Are the Benefits of GPS Systems?, (n.d), retrieved on November, 23rd, 2012, http://www.roseindia.net/services/trackingsystem/gpsadvantagesanddisadvantages.shtml
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