If you pay attention to the news, you’ve probably heard a lot in the last few years about military drone strikes. These started in the Bush era, but they doubled during the Obama administration and today are an integral part of our military efforts overseas. But do...
The smartphone revolution happening across the globe means people are increasingly reliant on global technology networks. Data centers and connected devices store personal documents, photo libraries, and other personal data. They are also responsible for keeping track...
From searching the nearby location of hardware stores on your smartphone to the map app your Uber driver uses, the Global Positioning System (GPS) acts as your modern guide to reach your destination. While GPS is mainly used in transportation, it also helps other...
Passenger safety is one of the biggest concerns with autonomous vehicles. Just last year, an experimental autonomous Uber car fatally struck a pedestrian in Arizona. In an effort to decrease the potentially fatal risks of operating a self-driving vehicle, both for the...
Your Uber ride, Alexa’s nearby restaurant recommendations, and even the Eevee you caught in Pokemon Go! are all accessible because of a band of satellites that work together to give you accurate location information. This group is called the “Global Navigation...
When the name SpaceX is brought up, one thing immediately comes to mind: space exploration. It’s fitting since SpaceX or Space Exploration Technologies is a company that designs, builds, and launches specialized rockets and spacecraft. The U.S. government also employs...
Since the introduction of Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) like the United States’ Global Positioning System (GPS) and China’s BeiDou, the way we do a lot of things has changed for the better. This rapidly developing technology has evolved over time, and...
Pilot trainees go through intensive multi-day course of simulator training. The aviation industry, along with pilot training institutions, recognizes simulation training as essential to flight safety. The simulation can help future pilots gain the knowledge they need...
Apart from military and government uses, the Global Positioning System (GPS) or Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) has proven to be very useful to the commercial sector. To produce high-quality products and services, companies must calibrate their GPS or GNSS...
Commonly referred to as phantom ships, vessels without any living crew aboard abound the tales of our childhood. From the fictitious Flying Dutchman to the curious case of the Mary Celeste, hearing stories about mysterious, crewless vessels are always met with...