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How GPS Really Works (and What Happens If It Fails)
Every GPS fix starts with satellites broadcasting the time, and your phone calculating distance at the speed of light. Four satellites give you a precise point on Earth, but even the tiniest timing ...
Oct. 1995 Level of Government: State Function: Disaster Management Problem/situation: When earthquakes or other disasters strike, it's difficult to give a location for features without addresses.
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