Why the global precision of GPS is vital for more than just navigation
In short: While we rely on GPS to find our way, its true power lies in its ability to keep time with extreme accuracy. This video explores how this technology supports the invisible infrastructure of our modern world.
GPS is far more ubiquitous than most realize. Beyond simple navigation, the system provides timekeeping with an accuracy of plus or minus 10 billionths of a second. This precision is essential for critical global systems, including the management of power grids and the processing of banking transactions and stock market activities.
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