Can Smartphone GPS Units Cause Interference?

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SUMMARY

The discussion centers on the potential for interference caused by the increasing number of GPS units in smartphones. It is established that GPS receivers operate by triangulating signals from multiple satellites, and interference can occur when multiple receivers are in close proximity. However, the consensus is that modern GPS technology is designed to minimize such interference, ensuring accurate location data even with numerous devices in operation.

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  • Basic principles of triangulation in location services
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Homework Statement


The number of GPS units/receivers on smartphones has increased tremendously. Is this going to cause interference? Why?

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I'm not sure if the units only interfere when they are close to each other or what prevents them from interfering.
 
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You'll need to do some basic research on how GPS works. What does a receiver need to do to obtain its location?
 
Interference to what?
 

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