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Institute of Navigation

The Institute of Navigation (ION) is a professional organization dedicated to advancing the knowledge and application of positioning, navigation, and timing technologies. It brings together experts, researchers, and industry professionals to share research, develop standards, and promote innovation in fields like GPS and other location-based systems. The ION supports education, collaboration, and the dissemination of information to improve the accuracy, reliability, and security of navigation technologies used in transportation, defense, and everyday life. Essentially, it helps ensure that devices and systems can determine precise locations and timing efficiently and accurately.