Practice Technical Terms In Gnss (3.4.1) - Smart Stations

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Question 1.
Define 'Latitude'.
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Think about how we divide the Earth into northern and southern halves.
Question 2.
What is the role of a 'Datum' in GNSS?
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Consider a standard frame of reference.
3Question 3.
What does latitude measure?
- Distance east or west
- Distance north or south
- Distance above sea level
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Think of the equator as a dividing line.
4Question 4.
True or False? The geoid is an ideal mathematical surface.
- True
- False
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Consider how gravity influences elevation.
Question 5.
How would you calculate the coordinates of a location given its distance from known latitude and longitude points?
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Consider how GPS technologies utilize towers to pinpoint locations.
Question 6.
Discuss the implications if a GNSS system utilized only one satellite instead of a constellation.
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Think about the reasons we need multiple signal sources for valid data.

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