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Record 1 2009-10-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Remote Sensing
  • Mathematical Geography
DEF

A set of parameters which precisely describe the location of satellites with respect to time, which are based on computations of data collected from GPS [Global Positioning System] tracking stations around the world.

OBS

precise ephemerides; precise ephemeris: terms used at Natural Resources Canada - Earth Sciences Sector.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Télédétection
  • Géographie mathématique
DEF

Ensemble de paramètres décrivant avec exactitude la position des satellites en fonction du temps qui sont calculés d'après les données recueillies à des stations de poursuite GPS [abréviation anglaise de Global Positioning System] dispersées dans le monde.

OBS

éphémérides précises : terme en usage à Ressources naturelles Canada - Secteur des sciences de la Terre.

Spanish

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