satellite-based navigation

Satellite-based navigation uses signals from orbiting satellites to determine your location on Earth. A receiver, like those in smartphones or GPS devices, picks up signals from multiple satellites, measures the time it took for each signal to arrive, and calculates your precise position based on this data. This system allows for accurate navigation, mapping, and timing services anywhere globally. It relies on a network of satellites constantly transmitting information, and the receiver's ability to interpret these signals quickly and accurately to guide you to your destination.