Global Positioning System: Theory and Practice
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| Rating | : | 4.55 (872 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 3211825916 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 378 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
| Language | : | English |
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For those seriously entering the rapidly changing GPS field, this book is a good place to start.” GPS WORLD September "This is the fourth edition of the book, and the authors are to be congratulated on their efforts This book has now gained wide acceptance as a ‘serious’ book on GPS ” Navigation . This because it covers both GPS fundamentals and leadingedge developments, thus giving it a wide appeal that will clearliy satisfy a broad range of GPS-philes The volume cogently presents the critical aspects and issues for users, along with the theory and details needed by students and developers alike. " Although developed as a classroom text, the book is also useful as a reference source for professional surveyors and other GPS users
For the mathematically inclined G. Chastain This text provides a great introduction to the *theory* of GPS. It is rigorous on the mathematics so I wouldn't recommend it for someone who just needs a general understanding of how GPS operates or an understanding of the applications of GPS (e.g. software project managers or other person. Not the latest edition Very good text. But not the latest edition. You probably want "GNSS Theory and Practice". GPS - Text Book Daniel H. Curtiss Good nuts & bolts technical presentation of this subject.Reader needs knowledge of advanced math to comprehend the main GPS concepts
It shows, in a comprehensive manner, how GPS works, and how it can be used for precise measurements (for example, surveying), as well as for navigation. Additionally, the text examplifies applications and types of projects where different measurement modes are used.. Description of proper project planning, execution, data reduction and co-ordinate computation is provided for novice GPS users. This edition accommodates recent advances in the technology of the global positioning system (GPS), and considers its full operational status. New m