A Galileo satellite<\/em><\/p>\n\n\nGalileo vs. GPS: CAS (Commercial Authentication Service)<\/h4>\n\n\n This encrypted service provides precise positional accuracy to the cm level with a service level agreement guarantee. CAS is a unique Galileo feature because the constellation was initially for civilian and commercial use. So providers and operators utilizing CAS must pay subscription and usage fees to sustain the system. But GPS was primarily for military use, then opened up later for civilian use. So it has no paid service.<\/p>\n\n\n
Benefits of Using More Than One GNSS<\/h2>\n\n\n Usually, you can’t pick which GNSS to use. And in the United States, you cannot opt out of using GPS. You can only use GPS with others, such as Galileo and GLONASS. And there is a benefit of using several constellations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nA GNSS receiver kit for surveying<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nIf using GPS alone, the system gives you only 31 satellites to pinpoint your location. But combining GPS with Galileo can double the number of visible satellites. These extra satellites pinpoint locations faster and with better accuracy. Adding GLONASS to the mix makes it even better because it is the most precise in mountainous areas (high altitudes).<\/p>\n\n\n
Disadvantages of Using More Than One GNSS<\/h2>\n\n\n Although combining multiple constellations enhances timing, positional, and navigation accuracy, it has one disadvantage; high power consumption.<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nA handheld GPS receiver<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nSince these constellations transmit in different frequency bands, the GNSS receiver will create several connections to the satellites in view. You will most likely notice the high energy consumption on handheld devices because they pack small batteries.<\/p>\n\n\n
Wrap Up<\/h2>\n\n\n Going by the data above, the Galileo constellation is better than GPS because it provides better positional, navigation, and timing accuracy. But it is the newest GNSS and might have issues that require fine-tuning. So it wouldn’t be advisable to ditch GPS just yet. Additionally, not all devices can detect Galileo satellites. The best option would be to use both systems to get the best results. And GPS III looks promising, so it will only get better. Drop a comment below if you have any questions, and we’ll get back to you asap. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Most devices use GPS for navigation, and people might be unaware of other options like Galileo or GLONASS. So why do we have multiple GNSS constellations if the majority use one? The answer is national security. Each of these satellite systems is under a different government’s control. So the government owning the system can shut … <\/p>\n
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