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New instrumentation techniques in geodesy
Author(s) -
Jekeli Christopher
Publication year - 1987
Publication title -
reviews of geophysics
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 8.087
H-Index - 156
eISSN - 1944-9208
pISSN - 8755-1209
DOI - 10.1029/rg025i005p00889
Subject(s) - instrumentation (computer programming) , geodetic datum , geodesy , remote sensing , computer science , global positioning system , aerospace engineering , systems engineering , geology , engineering , telecommunications , operating system
A review of new instrumentation techniques in geodesy shows a steady strive towards rapid, automated data collection that reduces costs, but maintains accuracy. The geodetic application potential of the Global Positioning System is well on its way to being fully developed.