Global fix
Series: New Scientist ; 174(2341) 4 May 2002, 32-36(5)Publication details: 2002Subject(s): Summary: Discusses the performance of the Global Positioning System (GPS) which is operated and controlled by the US Department of Defense. Examines the weaknesses of GPS and how the European Union is planning to launch a system of its own, called Galileo. Compares how the two systems aim to compete.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Date due | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS65514 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 117943-1001 |
Discusses the performance of the Global Positioning System (GPS) which is operated and controlled by the US Department of Defense. Examines the weaknesses of GPS and how the European Union is planning to launch a system of its own, called Galileo. Compares how the two systems aim to compete.