CAREER EPISODE 1
a) INTRODUCTION:
THE CHRONOLOGY: August 2014 to November 2014
GEORAPHICAL LOCATION: Mawson Lakes, South Australia
NAME OF THE ORGANISATION: University of South Australia
TITLE: A mobile GPS device for Geocaching
[CE 1.1] This is a career episode which details my experiences and knowledge gained while working on developing a GPS enabled device for a recreational sport called Geocaching as part of my unit of study Embedded system design during my final semester. I worked on this project along with my team mates with whom I shared common interests in the field of my desire. I was guided by my lecturer Dr. Jason White during the whole period of this particular development.
b) BACKGROUND
[CE 1.2] GPS enabled mobile device
I chose embedded system design unit due to my inordinate interest in embedded microcontroller programming. It was one of the requirements of the unit to build a GPS enabled device that meets the specified requirements for its use in the recreational sport Geocaching. Geocaching is a modern day treasure hunting or letterboxing game which basically uses the latest GPS technology to track and find items located in a remote place, with GPS coordinates provided to the user who is playing the game. This sport is gaining a wide popularity among the global audience. As part of the course structure, I was asked to develop a GPS enabled
Geolocation application can identify the user and their location. The benefits are numerous while staying connected with friends and family. More advantages with geolocators are attaining data while in the proximity of a business. When traveling concurrent to restaurants some apps have the ability to populate the sales, coupons, and other amenities. Innovations for mobile applications is only limited to the
Primary difference between an embedded system and a conventional computer system arises from their external connections:
In our project, we are trying to provide an embedded wireless system by using the Army base stations can monitor the health of soldiers using wireless body area sensor networks such as temperature sensor, heart beat sensor, etc. Base stations can also track the location of soldiers by using Global positioning system (GPS)
TerraCog Inc., is a company that offers global positioning systems particularly to consumers that like to be outdoors. TerraCog had proven that even though they aren’t always the first to the market they still have a great product. This great product was better than their competitors and they also were able to address customer’s needs. They are known for a product that is durable and has multiple features such as an integrated compass and a barometric altimeter. Precise navigation is the area that TerraCog stands out in. Their proprietary firmware allows this to happen. TerraCog has been working on a new product aimed toward the cycling and fitness market they have yet to tap into. If it weren’t for Posthaste and their new unveiled GPS
Garmin is the leading worldwide provider for navigation1. It has been setting the standards for the Personal Navigation Devices (PND) with the creation of superior products and providing the users with what they need from their PNDs. Other than your personal GPS for your car, Garmin has also been in the market for other incredible devices. Their products are readily available for marine, aviation, fishing industry. It provides GPS navigation systems for the marine and aviation industry. It provides aquatic life updates for the fishing industry along with the GPS technology. They have also been recently working on their premium line of wearable devices to promote health and fitness. They provide GPS sensors for the market where these can
Improvements in technology has allowed many individuals to thrive and connect with the world. In some cases, it is utilized as a tool to track and map events, occurrences, and even individuals. One type of technology that is commonly used today among law enforcement is the global positioning system also known as GPS. Using GPS monitoring is an important tool that correction officers use for individuals that are either on parole or house arrest. The tracking device is essential to not only maintaining the location of the certain people in question, but it also assists in monitoring the behavior and social interactions of the offender(s) on a daily basis. Electronic monitoring is an alternative form of punishment instead of going to jail.
The Global Positioning System The global positioning system (GPS) is a satellite-based navigation system, consisting of a network of 24 orbiting satellites travelling on six different orbital paths. These satellites, referred to as NAVSTAR satellites, are constantly moving, making two complete orbits around earth per day. The first GPS satellite was launched in February, 1978.
GPS is an important measure used in field surveys to accurately determine the position of a site. In this case, it was used to map the Capel Dewi MST mast array. At each mast on the border of the array, a measurement was taken in order to obtain a grid reference. The reference point was set up and coordinated accurately, and post processed accordingly. The data was then collected around the array and was repeated with three different rovers to measure precision and view the effects of using a different satellite system; the first two were ******** receivers and the third was a GLONASS receiver. The third rover was unable to obtain data on one side of the field as bushes were blocking the satellite signal. Data was spliced into the original data set to make up the shortfall. The precision of the data varies across the field, generally with a higher precision closer to the reference point. This is caused by points further away from the reference points going through the same post processing as the reference point, and as its true position is further from the reference point, the post processing is less accurate. However, there is some degree of variation from point to point depending on the position of the rover as the measurement was taken.
Global Positioning Systems (GPS’) are widely used around the world. It’s a system composed of satellites, computers, and receivers. Their purpose is to send precise back specific details of their position (in space), back to Earth. With this device we can calculate precise positions and also the speed and time of automobiles location. GPS’ receive their signals from the satellites in space. They are used for navigation devices, in cars, phones and GPS’ themselves!
Sometimes, it can be hard talking to people face-to-face. Maybe you avoid human beings you would actually enjoy spending time with. Low self-esteem and self-confidence is a problem many teenagers have today. The solution to this might be mobile phones. Although many claim that mobile technology represents a dark and asocial future, it is possible that it can help teenagers increase their confidence. In this text, I will discuss whether or not mobile technology can be a convenient part of our future by proving people with confidence.
Geolocation is a contemporary technology that has evolved to become something significantly important in our lives. "A geolocation system is an information technology solution that ascertains the location of an object in the physical (geo-spatial) or virtual (Internet) environment.” (ISACA, 2011) In the past two decades, there has been an abundance of debates whether this comprehensive technology is disadvantageous or beneficial. Despite its importance and influence in the modern time, just like everything else in life, it has flaws and inconveniences. This essay will examine the advantages of geolocation out of which the most innovative example will be evaluated; following this, the disadvantages will be given.
The continual evolution of technologies aimed at creating a more effective location-based technology platform that would allow for customized messaging and highly personalized advertisements is gaining momentum. The techniques originally developed for creating location-aware smartphones and mobile devices also support a series of
An embedded systems is a computer system with one or more specific tasks within a larger machine or system. Generally at the heart of an embedded system is a microprocessor that would control some input and output devices. Embedded systems often face much stricter constraints than most general purpose computer systems so they are much harder to program[1].
A designer of wireless innovativeness solutions rights it has combined the rewards of paging and mobile phones into one facility that can be retrieved through a smartphone.. The presentation offers paging structures to smartphones through transmitting info through a cellular assembly as well as over safe Wi-Fi connections.
2. Pre-programming for different requirements and to send GPS location and other data on pre-defined intervals via any GEO or Non-GEO satellite systems to shore host application or can be integrated with a mapping application;