#satellites

Satellite Dependency Problems?

Last week the Royal Academy of Engineering released a report entitled ‘Global Navigation Space Systems: reliance and vulnerabilities’. The report addresses the problem of the widespread use, without tried and tested backup systems, of satellite navigation systems for business and leisure but also for life saving applications such as the emergency services and air and ... Satellite Dependency Problems?

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14/03
2011 1mn
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A possible solution to the space debris problem?

The problem of space debris and the danger it poses to modern space missions has been well documented and last year were also addressed on this site. This week several newspapers including The Guardian UK have carried the story of a group of Surrey University (UK) based scientists that have unveiled what they hope could ... A possible solution to the space debris problem?

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06/04
2010 2mn
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Satellite navigation systems create problems in rural villages.

England’s green and pleasant land, criss-crossed with windy single lane roads passing through one-pub villages is being invaded by satellite-navigated cars and lorries. These once deserted roads are now heavy with traffic thanks to the spread of cheap in-car “sat-nav” systems. These systems are capable of guiding any driver “across country” taking the most direct ... Satellite navigation systems create problems in rural villages.

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20/12
2007 3mn
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