Commercial Uses of GPS

Ever since GPS technology was made available to the public, more and more people are beginning to use it for personal and commercial use. We all know what it can do for those who want to get somewhere, it is time to discuss what is can do for the different sectors.

Engineers can use GPS technology to survey an area of land and determine if it is ideal to construct a residential or commercial structure.

Meteorologists better known as the weathermen can predict accurately if the temperature in the valley for example will be cool or hot. It is very embarrassing to say it is going to be sunny when it happens to be cloudy the whole day.

Emergency crews also use GPS to get the scene of an accident. Once someone dials 911, the dispatcher can alert the nearest fire, police or medical units into the vicinity until backup arrives.

Some photographers also use GPS to get the perfect shot with a digital camera. This takes a bit of practice especially when these photos will be used in a magazine.

Earthquakes have occurred for centuries. Years ago, scientists could only guess the epicenter but thanks to GPS technology, it can determine the exact location and the moment it happens. This is very useful in warning people who live in the coastal regions that may be affected by a tsunami.

Aircraft once operated on the principle of fly by wire. The invention of radar changed all that and GPS systems help air traffic controllers and pilots determine the location of the plane while it's in midair. The same thing goes for ships at sea that will be able to respond to distress calls within a designated area.

The military, which were the pioneers of GPS technology, have used this in many ways. It allows commanders to asses the battlefield; units both on the ground and the air to work on a combined assault and most of all employ the use of smart bombs and other weapons to decimate a target.

Entrepreneurs who have to deliver goods all over the country can check where the driver is using GPS technology. This is placed on the vehicle and all the boss has to do is look at the screen.

One reason why GPS technology is so popular is because it is free. The government regulates it. All you will have to buy is the hardware and then keep the signal broadcasting.