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Sapcorda Plans Centimeter-Scale GPS for Europe (August 15, 2017)
Germany’s Bosch and Geo++, U-blox of Switzerland, and Japan’s Mitsubishi Electric announced the establishment of Sapcorda Services last Tuesday, a joint venture to provide global navigation satellite system (GNSS) positioning services of centimeter-level accuracy via satellite transmission, mobile cellular technology, and the Internet.
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This expedition is trying to find out if the tallest mountain in the world shrank (January 26, 2017)
This week, India’s surveyor general announced that the government is going to re-measure Mount Everest, in a bid to determine whether the world’s tallest peak shrank (or grew) following a devastating earthquake in 2015.
A team of 30 scientists will use two methods to measure the mountain. The first involves placing a GPS transistor at its summit to measure the distance from sea level; the second involves more traditional on-the-ground triangulation, whereby researchers would determine the distance to the summit based on its angle relative to two baseline points.
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Implications of BeiDou explored in US congressional report (January 25, 2017)
The U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission has issued a staff report titled “China’s Alternative to GPS and Its Implications for the United States.”
The report examines the objectives behind Beijing’s decision to develop the system as an alternative to GPS, its efforts to build an industry around the system, and the effects this might have in security, economic and diplomatic terms for the U.S.
Source: http://gpsworld.com/implications-of-beidou-explored-in-us-congressional-report/
Additional info on BeiDou: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BeiDou_Navigation_Satellite_System
Additional info on the different GPS systems: https://www.liveviewgps.com/blog/gps-main-competitors-galileo-beidou-glonass/
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In this modern age, traditional locks and security measures are simply not enough to protectyour motorcycle. And that is why it is good to have a GPS tracker. Because when all else fails,you still want to be able to get your motorcycle back. To understand why traditional security isnot enough, we need to understand why it fails, how criminals attack your motorcycle’s security,and what to look for in a GPS tracker. Once we understand those elements, you will know whyevery motorcycle owner should use a GPS tracker.Lift OffIn times of desperation, or when you find yourself unprepared, your motorcycle has to gowithout a lock. This may be a result of the lock not being in the gear bag, an unforeseen issuewith the lock, nothing sturdy to chain the bike too, etc. Needless to say, there will be timeswhere your motorcycle is receiving less than perfect protection. Without a solid anchor point,motorcycle criminals won’t have touch any part of your security. Even with disk brake locks,criminals can still get away with your ride.This is because, the motorcycle can be lifted into the bed of a truck, or the back of a van. Thisattack is usually done with a team, where the bike is lifted so that it rolls on the wheel without alock on the disk brake onto a ramp. However, in some cases, the team will lift the motorcycleunto a dolly of some kind, or even just lift it straight into their vehicle. Only a GPS tracker iseffective in these cases. The tracker will always be there. Once it is installed, it is protecting yourmotorcycle no matter the situation. With no way to forget this means of protection, your bikealways has a way of being found.Locks Aren’t EnoughA lock is not enough to protect your bike. As we learned above, a lock on your disk brake is notgoing to do much in the way of protecting your motorcycle, but every lock has weaknesses. Ofcourse, all motorcycles should use high-quality locks and even chains, but this alone is notenough. Even the best locks and the strongest chains can be cut with an angle grinder. Mostcan be cut in under a minute. Though this type of attack may be noisy and attract attention, anexperienced thief knows how fast they can get away.Once the locks, chains, etc. come off, your motorcycle has no security. That is unless you use aGPS tracker. No matter how much someone wants your motorcycle, once they steal it, you willhave a way of getting it back. Where most security focuses on keeping you from losing what youhave, a GPS does the work of getting it back. The security offers peace of mind, and theresources to ensure that a criminal never truly steals your ride.Simple Ignition Cylinders
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On most vintage motorcycles, and even many of the contemporary models, there is an issuewith the simplicity of the vehicle’s ignition cylinder. Without a transponder chip in the key, and atransceiver in the cylinder, a motorcycle is very easy to start. There are products like tryout keyswhich will turn in many ignitions as if they were the actual key. These “skeleton keys” are veryeasy to purchase, and allow a criminal to ride away on your motorcycle.Even if you were to get an auto locksmith to replace your ignition cylinder, there are still ways tocircumvent the cylinder and hot wire the bike. The steering lock is simple enough to break onmost motorcycles, and then the thief is free to take off. It would be a better to install a GPStracker on the bike, so that no matter where the criminal ends up, the police can find themotorcycle.What You Need in a Motorcycle GPS TrackerFirstly, you need a product that is built with motorcycle GPS tracking in mind. This means theproduct should be waterproof so that weathering during use and unforeseen storage issues donot leave you with a malfunctioning or broken tracker. You are also looking for a GPS trackerwith superior receiver sensitivity, as fast Time To First Fix (TTFF) is crucial for security.The TTFF is the measurement of how long it takes before the GPS receiver can locate a signaland navigation data from a satellite. The faster the TTFF, the quicker you will know thecalculated “position solution” (aka Fix). Once your motorcycle GPS tracker finds the “Fix” it willneed a way of being monitored. Monitoring is left up to the individual’s needs, based on theirperceived security risks, but it is good to have the option between real-time and periodicmonitoring.ConclusionUsing GPS technology to protect your motorcycle is really the only way to get proper peace ofmind. With third party devices, a criminal will not think to check for this security. That means allof their preparation still won’t allow them to get away. As it is so hard to properly safeguard amotorcycle reliably and in every situation, take the necessary precautions to assure that you canalways know where your vehicle is
Holiday season officially starts tomorrow (Thursday 11/24) with Thanksgiving.
TTW family sends you blessings for a joyful holiday with family and friends.
God Bless you and your families through out this holiday season.
Thank you for everything we could not have done it without you!
Happy Thanksgiving!
DoD Certifies GPS OCX Program to Congress
The Air Force next generation operational control system, known as OCX, recently breach the limit for cost over-run. Thanks to early engagement with Raytheon (OCX contractor) to resolve the program issues, the program recently received certification to continue its activities. The program capability supports military forces, civil, commercial and scientific uses. However, the future of OCX program still depends on Ratheon’s ability to deliver needed capabilities to Air Force at acceptable cost and within acceptable time.
Source: http://gpsworld.com/dod-certifies-gps-ocx-program-to-congress/
Additional info on OCX: http://www.raytheon.com/capabilities/products/gps_ocx/
Memphis Police Using GPS Tracking to Fight Domestic Violence
Memphis is in investing $900-thousand dollars in the fight against domestic violence. The funds will be used to purchase around 800 tracking devices to help the police track offenders and protect would-be or former victims. With around 18-percent of the city’s murders attributed to domestic violence, the hope is that the use of GPS tracking devices will reduce the overall number of homicides in the city.
Source: http://www.localmemphis.com/news/local-news/mpd-using-gps-tracking-for-domestic-violence-offenders
GPS Tracking Reveals Seagull Habits
We’re always looking for unusual and creative use of GPS tracking devices, and happened across this. A British study utilized GPS trackers and GPS tracking software to monitor the movement of seagulls in St. Ives resort. What’s interesting is that the results showed that all 4 seagulls tracked had very different habits– with some flying out to sea, and others foraging for food on nearby farmland. The tracking devices tracked the seagulls for a combined total of more than 20,000 miles.
Air Force Fixes Control System for GPS III
Next year, and the launch of the first of more than 30 GPS III satellites marks the beginning of GPS III. The new satellites boast increased security and better tracking. Perhaps one of the most impressive features is “spot beaming”, a way of creating a localized area of increased power for military use.
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As you know, we’re always scouring the Web for interesting GPS tracking news. Here’s what we’re reporting for June 2016:
Indiana Detention Center Considering Reduction in Jail Overcrowding with GPS Trackers for Inmates
Vanderburgh County, Indiana is looking at GPS tracking options, and the transfer of some inmates to other jails to reduce over crowding in its own facilities. Eligibility for the GPS tracking program will be determined by a judge if implemented.
GPS Tracking Reveals San Andreas Fault Activity
GPS technology has recently revealed some activity along the San Andreas Fault in California. The earth on each side of the fault has been found to be moving a few millimeters a year. While this movement was something scientists had predicted for some time, they had been unable to detect a particular pattern due to “noise” or interference in the feedback they were receiving. A new GPS technology has helped eliminate the “noise” for a more clear understanding of tectonic movement, particularly the vertical movement around the San Andreas Fault.
Source: http://www.sfgate.com/news/article/GPS-data-suggests-considerable-movement-along-8316050.php
China Moving Toward Its Own GPS Tracking
On June 12, 2016, China launched the 23rd GPS tracking satellite in the BeiDou Navigation Satellite System–China’s network of its own GPS tracking satellites. The BeiDou Satellite System has been regionally available for some time, but the Chinese government has recently been ramping up efforts toward a globally operational system similar to the global systems in place within the United States and Russia. India and Japan are in progress on similar efforts.
Source: http://www.wired.com/2016/06/rocket-launch-brings-china-one-step-closer-gps/
TrackingTheWorld has released a powerful extended life battery pack for covert tracking with the firm’s Enduro Pro tracking devices. The external GPS battery pack has the capability to extend battery life from one to three weeks based on the user’s chosen reporting frequency, and the amount of time the tracker is in motion. The case is equipped with 4 recessed magnets to quickly and firmly mount on any car frame or other magnetic surface
The durable battery case contains an 8.5-amp/hr. lithium polymer rechargeable battery, and a space to insert the tracking device. The pack also includes a cable for connecting the tracker to the extended life battery and charger.
Water resistant, the undercover tracking battery case is compact, measuring just 2 X 3.6 X 4.3 inches. The device automatically conserves power by hibernating when the connected tracker senses no motion.
In addition to covert tracking applications, the battery pack may also be used for fleet tracking, asset protection, law enforcement applications, and personal use.
TrackingTheWorld, based in Burlingame, California, exclusively specializes in GPS tracking software, trackers, covert tracking, and accessories. Founded in 2003, the firm offers a wide variety of GPS tracking devices, accessories, and revenue sharing plans for GPS tracking dealers. For more information, please call 650-692-8100, email sales@trackingtheworld.com, or visit www.trackingtheworld.com.
Philippines LTFRB Calls for GPS on Public Buses By April 30th
Manila officials are attempting to control excessive speeding among public transportation officials through fleet tracking. Calling for GPS tracking devices in all provincial buses before the end of April, officials hope to utilize the GPS trackers and GPS tracking software to determine which buses are habitually speeding to improve the transportation.
Source: http://www.philstar.com/nation/2016/02/12/1552339/ltfrb-orders-bus-operators-install-gps-devices
ULA Launches New GPS Satellite on February 5
The United Launch Alliance completed a successful launch of a new GPS tracking satellite on February 5, 2016. This launch was the final of 12 new satellite launches, collectively known as the Block II-F series. Built by Boeing, and monitored by the United States Air Force, the launch of the $131-Million GPS Satellite is intended to improve GPS tracking, including fleet tracking and covert tracking, worldwide. 30 of 50 orbiting satellites remain active, with the first launched in 1978.
Source: http://techcrunch.com/2016/02/05/new-air-force-satellites-launched-to-improve-gps/
GPS Tracking Software Art
Here’s a new twist on the many uses for GPS tracking software. Creative fitness enthusiast have begun creating GPS tracking art via their outdoor fitness running and biking routes. By planning an exact route, the resulting GPS software display will appear in a desired shape, likeness, or pattern.
Photo Credit: Architect.Com
Coast Guard Warns Mariners About GPS Jammers
The coast guard recently cautioned mariners of the possible risks of GPS jamming devices, noting cases where vessels were without GPS tracking navigation for some time. In the absence of GPS tracking software, mariners rely on terrestrial navigation, and magnet compass information.
Source: http://www.maritime-executive.com/article/coast-guard-warns-on-gps-jamming
Peru Cleaning Up Trash with Help of GPS Tracking Equipped Vultures
GPS tracking is for the birds in Lima, Peru where officials have declared war on trash dumping, and are relying on GPS equipped vultures to lead them to problem dumping sites. Future plans also include outfitting the feathered environmental monitors with cameras.
Source: http://siliconangle.com/blog/2016/01/22/gps-equipped-vultures-lead-perus-war-on-trash/
GPS WORLD Reports 8-Million GPS Tracking Devices Used for Fleet Tracking
If you’ve ever doubted the critical role GPS tracking software plays in today’s business world: According to a study released by C.J. Driscoll and Associates, GPS World reports that a staggering 8M GPS trackers and wireless devices are in use for fleet management applications. By 2019, this number is expected to reach 14 million units, with service revenues projected to reach $4.7 Billion.
Source: http://gpsworld.com/eight-million-gpswireless-devices-in-use-for-fleet-management/
Future Indiana restraining orders may come with GPS trackers. A new proposal may give judges the authority to issue GPS ankle bracelets in cases where the alleged abuser is forbidden from contacting the party requesting the order. Given that many subjects of restraining orders ignore them, the added security measure of GPS trackers may provide victims the opportunity they need to escape an alleged abuser.
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