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Vol. 2 No. 1 (2002): ELECTRICA

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Published: Jan 9, 2012
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Global Positioning Sytems, Differantial Global Positioning Systems, Navigation Systems, Maritime Safety

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Ahmet PAKSOY
Istanbul University, Faculty of Engineering, Maritime Transport and Management Engineering Department, 34850, Avcilar, Istanbul, TURKEY
Osman Aþkýn BAK
Istanbul University, Faculty of Engineering, Maritime Transport and Management Engineering Department, 34850, Avcilar, Istanbul, TURKEY
M. Nusret SARISAKAL
Istanbul University, Faculty of Engineering, Computer Engineering Department 34850, Avcilar, Istanbul, TURKEY

THE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM-NAVIGATION TOOL OF THE FUTURE

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Ahmet PAKSOY
Istanbul University, Faculty of Engineering, Maritime Transport and Management Engineering Department, 34850, Avcilar, Istanbul, TURKEY
Osman Aþkýn BAK
Istanbul University, Faculty of Engineering, Maritime Transport and Management Engineering Department, 34850, Avcilar, Istanbul, TURKEY
M. Nusret SARISAKAL
Istanbul University, Faculty of Engineering, Computer Engineering Department 34850, Avcilar, Istanbul, TURKEY

Abstract

Navigation is an important issue in maritime transport In todays world,  marine accidents and their effects to environment are key factors for maritime safety. GPS / DGPS are introduced as navigational tool of the future. Structure and positioning principles  of GPS / DGPS are explained. Operational issues of the systems are discussed. Benefits of GPS / DGPS  on  safety improvements and cost efficiencies are examined.


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