GLONASS-M

GLONASS-M is a satellite used in Russia’s global navigation system, similar to GPS. Launched in the late 2000s, it helps provide accurate location, timing, and navigation data for various applications such as maps, transportation, and military operations. GLONASS-M improves the system's accuracy and reliability, and it's part of a network of satellites working together to pinpoint positions worldwide. It operates by transmitting signals that receivers on the ground interpret to determine exact locations. Overall, it’s a key component of Russia’s independent navigation infrastructure, ensuring precise positioning globally.