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OS Net - Preparations for Future GNSS
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OS Net - Preparations for Future GNSS

Ordnance Survey (OS) has just updated its geodetic infrastructure. Mark Greaves, Lead Consultant at Geodesy, describes these developments and takes a look at shorter and longer-term geodetic issues fo...

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Advances in Geospatial and Space
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Advances in Geospatial and Space

As we head towards Brexit in 2019, satellites may be in the headlines for less than positive reasons at the moment. However, what’s clear is the universal acceptance of the value, and critical need ...

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SOMAG advances airborne data precision with GSM 5000

SOMAG advances airborne data precision with GSM 5000

SOMAG AG Jena unveiled its latest innovation in gyro stabilization technology at Intergeo 2024 with the launch of the GSM 5000. As the successor to the widely used GSM 4000, the new model brings signi...

Onocoy presents global RTK precision service

Onocoy presents global RTK precision service

Onocoy has officially launched a global real-time kinematic (RTK) service called Onocoy RTK. According to the company, this is a groundbreaking new initiative that has the potential to transform high-...

Trimble unveils top-tier GNSS system

Trimble unveils top-tier GNSS system

The new Trimble R980 GNSS system introduces several new elements, such as enhanced communication capabilities for uninterrupted field operations, building on the advanced features of Trimble's latest ...

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Positioning, in its essence, represents the meticulous process of accurately determining the spatial location of an object concerning a specific framework or datum. This fundamental concept of positioning plays an indispensable role in the domains of geography and hydrography, persistently guiding the quest to pinpoint the precise locations of the objects and features we seek to measure and understand.

Depending on the specific application at hand, the framework within which positioning occurs can be either of a global or local nature. When thinking on a global scale, the utilization of advanced techniques like Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) comes into play. In this scenario, the framework for positioning is meticulously defined by geodetic coordinate reference systems, ensuring the utmost accuracy in spatial determinations on a planetary scale.

Conversely, in more localized settings, positioning takes on a distinct character, tailored to the unique demands of specific tasks. For instance, in the realms of construction and engineering, the precision of positioning is paramount, and it's achieved through instruments such as the Total Station, allowing for the highly accurate alignment and placement of structures and infrastructure. Meanwhile, indoor navigation is another intriguing facet of local positioning, where the frameworks are often established within the confines of buildings, where technologies like indoor positioning systems enable precise and efficient navigation.

As we delve deeper into the world of positioning, it becomes evident that this art and science of location determination extends its influence far and wide, offering versatile solutions for diverse applications, all while maintaining an unwavering commitment to spatial accuracy.