Tag #Gps

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GPS Now Available in Madrid's M-30 Tunnels

Madrid's M-30 tunnels now have GPS capabilities thanks to 1,600 Bluetooth beacons installed at a cost of €141,000, resolving navigation issues for 500,000 daily users.

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Space Force uses NASCAR to connect with the public

The U.S. Space Force partnered with Leidos to sponsor Bubba Wallace's car at the July Dover Motor Speedway race, aiming to increase public awareness of their daily impact on civilian life through a NASCAR sponsorship, contrasting with their 2022 full-car sponsorship.

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Iran Shifts to China's BeiDou System Amidst Concerns Over Western Technology

Following disruptions to GPS signals during recent US-Israeli attacks, Iran plans to adopt China's BeiDou navigation system for transport, agriculture, and the internet, signaling a global shift away from Western-dominated technological infrastructure and toward alternative systems prioritizing nati...

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GPS Navigation, Hippocampal Shrinkage, and the Decline of Cognitive Mapping

Alex Hutchinson's essay explores the impact of GPS navigation on cognitive function, arguing that over-reliance on stimulus-response navigation through GPS can lead to hippocampal shrinkage and potentially increase the risk of neurological conditions. The author emphasizes the importance of active e...

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UK: Thousands of Elderly Patients Face Risks from Long-Term Antidepressant Use

In the UK, over 20 percent of people over 65 take antidepressants—double the amount from 20 years ago—leading to increased risks of falls and memory problems; experts criticize GPs for insufficient alternative treatments and oversight, while GPs cite long NHS waiting lists for talking therapies as a...

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Magnetic North Pole's Drift Spurs GPS Model Update

Scientists have released an updated World Magnetic Model, revealing that the magnetic north pole is drifting faster toward Siberia than previously thought, necessitating adjustments to global positioning systems to maintain accuracy.

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Northern Ireland GPs Initiate Work-to-Rule Amidst Contract Dispute

Northern Ireland GPs have launched a work-to-rule action due to a contract dispute with the Department of Health, impacting patient care and raising concerns about underfunding and workforce shortages.

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Iran Bolsters Defenses Amidst Rising Tensions with Israel

On August 3rd, Iran's military commander warned of enemy threats and emphasized Iran's missile and drone capabilities, while Tehran begins installing a red alert system and plans to adopt China's Beidou navigation system, reducing dependence on US GPS following recent Israeli attacks.

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Garmin Trails: A New Route Suggestion Feature with Initial Shortcomings

Garmin launched Garmin Trails, a paid route suggestion feature within its Connect+ platform, offering customized route options based on terrain, difficulty, and other factors; however, initial reviews highlight significant deficiencies in route availability and quality compared to established compet...

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SiTime's New MEMS-Based Clock Generator Improves Mobile Device Timing Precision

SiTime introduced the SiT30100 Symphonic clock generator, a 2.22 mm² MEMS-based timing device for mobile and IoT applications, offering superior precision, resilience, and programmability compared to traditional quartz components, now sampling for customer design applications.

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Welsh GPs Accept Improved Pay Deal

The BMA Cymru Wales accepted a revised pay deal from the Welsh government, granting a 6% pay rise to GPs and all practice staff, along with a £23 million practice stabilisation payment, addressing concerns about insufficient funding and improving patient data collection.

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North Korea's GPS Disruptions Escalate Tensions

North Korea's disruption of GPS signals and other provocative actions escalate tensions with South Korea, raising concerns about regional stability and the potential impact on civilian operations.

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