GPS
(Global Positioning System) is a satellite-based navigation system
interconnected orbit. The
satellites were owned by the Department of Defense (Department of Defense)
United States that was first introduced from 1978 and in 1994 was put on 24
satellites.
In
order to determine a person's position would require a tool that serves named
GPS receiver for receiving signals transmitted from the GPS satellites. The
position on the change to a point known as the Way-point will be as coordinate
points of latitude and longitude of the position of a person or a location then
the screen on the electronic map.
Since
1980, GPS services that were once only for the military need began to open
to the public. Interestingly,
although satellites are worth hundreds of millions of dollars, but everyone can
use it for free.
These
satellites orbit at an altitude of about 12,000 miles from the earth's surface.
This
position is ideal because the satellite can reach a wider coverage area. These
satellites will always be a position to reach all areas on the surface of the
earth so as to minimize the occurrence of blank spots (areas that are not
inaccessible by satellite).
Each
satellite is able to circumnavigate the globe in just 12 hours. Very
quickly, so they can always reach your position anywhere on the earth.
GPS
receiver itself contains several integrated circuit (IC) technology is cheap
and easy to use by everyone. GPS
is used to various purposes, such as cars, boats, aircraft, agriculture and
integrated with a computer or PC.
Here are
some examples of the GPS receiver
GPS Satellite System
To
inform the user position, 24 GPS satellites in orbit about 12,000 miles above
us. Moving
constantly moving around the earth 12 hours with a speed of 7.000 miles per
hour. GPS
satellites measuring the energy of sunlight, have a backup battery to keep it
running at a solar eclipse or when there is no solar energy. Small
rocket boosters on each satellite to orbit the right place.
GPS
satellites are owned by the Department of Defense (Department of Defense)
America, as for other things:
1. Name
is NAVSTAR satellites
2. GPS satellites is the first
time in 1978
3. Starting there are 24 satellites
from 1994
4. Satellite replaced once every 10
years
5. GPS satellite weighs
approximately 2.000 pounds
6. The power of the
transmitter is only 50 watts or less
The
GPS satellites must always be on the right orbital position to maintain the
accuracy of the data sent to the GPS receiver, so it should always be
maintained in order to position precisely. Stations
have ground control in Hawaii, Ascension Islan, Diego Garcia, Kwajalein, and
Colorado Springs. Earth
stations are constantly monitoring the position of the satellite orbit and
clock sure is always right.
GPS Satellite Signal
Carriers
GPS satellite sends
the signal in two frequencies. L1
at 1575.42 MHz with two status messages and pseudo-random code for the purposes
of calculating time away. L2
brings use precession 1227.60 MHz with a more accurate due to military
purposes.
Power
radio signals emitted only ranged from 20-50 Watts. It
is relatively very low considering the distance between the GPS and satellites
to 12,000 miles. Signals
emitted by line of sight (LOS), can pass through clouds, glass but not solid
objects such as buildings, mountains.
Pseudo-Random Codes
GPS
is used for the public to monitor the frequency of L1 in the UHF (Ultra High
Frequency) 1575.42 MHz. L1
signal transmitted patterns will have a certain digital code called
pseudorandom. Transmitted
signal consists of two parts, namely the code Protected (P) and the Coarse /
Acquisition (C / A).
Also
unique code sent between satellites, allowing each receiver to distinguish
between the signals sent by the satellites with other satellites. Some
code Protected (P) also randomized, so that can not be accepted by ordinary
GPS. Encrypted
signal is known as the Anti-Spoofing, which is usually used by GPS special for
specific purposes such as the military.
Navigation MessageThere
is a weak power frequency signal added at the code L1 which provides
information about the satellite orbit, clock corection and other system
status.
HOW GPS WORKS?
Each
region on the surface of the earth covered by at least 3-4 satellites. In
practice, any new GPS could receive up to 12 satellite channels at once. Clear
sky condition and free from obstacles makes GPS can easily capture the signal
transmitted by the satellite. The
more satellites are received by the GPS, the accuracy will also be higher.
The workings of
GPS to logically there are 5 steps:
- Using the calculation
of "triangulation" from satellites.
- For
the calculation of "triangulation", GPS measure distance using the
travel time of radio signals.
- To
measure travel time, GPS needs require a high accuracy.
- For
the calculation of the distance, we need to know precisely the position and the
level of a satellite in orbit.
- Recently
had corrected delay signal travel time in the atmosphere until it is received
reciever.
How to send GPS
satellite signal
GPS
satellites revolve around the earth for 12 hours in a precise orbit and
transmit signal his formation to Earth. GPS
reciever cut that the information and using the calculation of
"triangulation" to calculate the exact location of the user.
GPS
receiver compares the time a signal in send with time signals received. From the
information was obtained is unknown how the satellite distance. With
a GPS receiver spacing distance calculations can perform calculations and
determine the position of the user and display the electronic map.
Display screen GPS
Receiver
A
GPS receiver must be locked signals from at least three satellites to count 2D position (latitude and longitude) and track movement. If
the GPS receiver can receive four or more satellites, it can calculate the 3D
position (latitude, longitude and altitude).
If
it is able to determine the position of the user, then the GPS can calculate
other information, such as speed, direction of the destination, point, purpose
of travel, distance destination, sunrise and sunset and many more.
GPS
satellites send information in a very precession because the satellite using
atomic clocks. Existing
atomic clocks on satellites road with atomic particles in isolation, which can
lead to an accurate clock than the usual hour.
Accurate
timing is crucial to determine the accuracy of information our site. Besides
the more satellite signals that can be received it will be the precession of
the data received by the three satellites sending pseudo-random code and the
same time.
Height
raises profits in supporting work processes GPS, for us because the higher the
more clean atmosphere, so that the less interference and orbit suitable and
appropriate mathematical calculations.
Satellites
must fixed in the right position so that the earth station must continue to
monitor every movement of the satellite, with the help of radar always precession in check on altitude, and speed position.
How to determine
the location of the signal?
What
is the relationship between the signals transmitted by the GPS satellites to
determine location means? The
signals sent by the GPS satellites will be used to calculate the travel time
(travel time). Time
travel is often also referred to as the Time of Arrival (TOA).
In
accordance with the principle of physics, that can be obtained to measure the
distance of time multiplied by the propagation of the signal.
Thus,
the distance between the GPS satellites can also be obtained from the
principles of physics.
Each
signal transmitted by the satellite will also contain very detailed information,
such as satellite orbits, time, and obstacles in the atmosphere. Satellites
use atomic clock is the most precise time unit.
In
order to determine the position of a GPS in two dimensions (distance), it takes
at least three satellites. Four
satellites will be needed in order to get location, altitude (in three
dimensions).
Each
satellite will transmit the signal to be received by the GPS receiver. This
signal will be needed to calculate the distance from each satellite to the GPS.
From
a distance, will obtain coverage radius circle each satellite. Through
mathematical calculations are quite complicated, intersection (the
intersection) any circle satellite coverage was going to be used to determine
the location of GPS in the earth's surface.
BENEFIT of GPS?
By
using GPS, you can mark all the locations you've visited. For
example, Hotel Mulia in the way points and the umpteen other places.
Actually,
there are many benefits to be had if you know the way point from somewhere. First,
you can estimate the distance you want to go with your home location.
The
latest GPS can estimate your distance to the goal, to estimate the actual
length of travel with the speed that you are following.
Second,
the location on the mainland is quite easy to be recognized and identified. However,
if you happen to see a very good fishing spots in the middle of the ocean or a
place to see a good sunset on a mountain top, how to mark the site so you can
return to the site later in the day without getting lost? In times
like this that a GPS will show its benefits.
With
GPS technology can be used for multiple purposes in accordance with its
purpose. GPS
can be used by researchers, sportsmen, farmers, soldiers, pilot, adventurer,
climber, porter, sailor, courier, lumberjacks, firefighters and people with
different interests to enhance productivity, safety, and for convenience.
From
some of the above usage categorized into:
Used
to determine where the location of a point on the surface of the earth is.
Helps you
locate any point on earth
Helping to
monitor the movement of objects
- Helping to map a particular position, and the calculation of the nearest
network
- Timing
Can
be used as a basis for determining the clock all over the world, because the
use of atomic clocks are much more precession compared with regular hours.
No
matter your position, in the middle of the ocean, in the middle of the forest,
on the mountain, or in the town center. As
long as the GPS can receive signals from a satellite directly without
hindrance, the GPS will always give you the position coordinate information.
GPS
requires a free viewing area directly to the sky. Obstacles
such as trees, buildings, and even window film class V-Kool, can reduce the
accuracy of the signal received by the GPS. In
fact it is not possible GPS can not receive signals from the satellite at all.
GPS
also has an additional feature that can provide information for your trip, such
as speed, travel time, distance taken, time, and more.
Interconnection Model and GPS
A GPS also has
firmware that can be upgraded. Upgrading
the firmware is typically provided on the site GPS manufacturer.
Upgrade
the firmware usually use the bundled cables or-also available as accessories. This
cable also it can be used to connect the GPS to a computer (either a laptop,
PC, or PDA with a little help converters).
GPS
software available for various platforms are also quite a lot. With
this software, you can easily download the information from the GPS.
Memory
of a GPS is relatively limited, so the extra capacity to store information so
you have to go to a PC / PDA (which usually has more memory) would be very
nice. For
hardware GPS communication media other than cable, GPS models are now also equipped
with Bluetooth, Infrared.
Based
on the physical model of GPS is divided into several types such as models of
portable / handheld (size like cell phones), there is a greater (typically
mounted on the car / boat), and others to use a special interface to connect to
a laptop or PDA (Palm , Pocket PC and Nokia
Com-municator).
GPS
for out-door usually also comes with a protective water repellent and resistant impact. Some
of the latest GPS even has a color screen and the ability to provide
short-range radio communication (FRS / Family Radio Service).
Of
course, the more features that are offered on a GPS, the higher the price.
If
at any time you want to go to a site you've visited by using GPS. Then,
you simply upload the data that you've stored on your computer back to the GPS.
Furthermore,
you will get a recording of your previous trip. The
location and track you've visited you will be able to meet back quickly, and of
course to minimize the risk of getting lost.
Important Terms
Some
of the important terms that are important to know related to GPS:
- Waypoint: The term used by the GPS to a location that has been mark. Waypoint
consists of latitude (latitude) and longitude (longitude). A
normal waypoint depicted in the form of dots and symbols according to the type
of location.
- Mark: Marking a specific position on your GPS. Mark the location of a
waypoint, then say you do marking.
- Route: set of waypoints that you have to go in order and put into the GPS.
- Track: The direction you are traveling mileage by using GPS. Were usually
depicted in the form of lines on the GPS display.
- Elevation: Terms on GPS to determine heights. There
are two types of measuring altitude on the GPS, which uses classical
instruments 'barometer' or using satellite calculations.
Height
measurements using far more accurate barometer in the air, but it can not work
in a vacuum chamber lainnya.Ini aircraft or caused by differences in air
pressure in the vacuum chamber with the air pressure outside. Height
using satellite measurements would be more accurate in a place like that.
- Bearing:
Direction / position you want to go. For
example, you want to go to a location in a position that is located in the
North, then your bearing is said to have set up North.
- Heading:
The direction of current is being run. For
example, on the way to the A position before, you encounter obstacles that must
rotate to the South first, then you are heading at the time was the South.