| | MAY, 202519challenges, the NHAI is now considering a transition to a satellite-supported toll system.GNSS-Based Toll System Help Commut-ers?· It will decrease wait times by eliminating the necessity to halt at booths.· It will minimize human errors and lessen the likelihood of fraud.· It will facilitate a smoother and touchless driving experience.Facts FASTag Users Must Know· Keep using FASTag until April 30, 2025.· Starting May 1, affix a government-approved GPS device in your vehicle.· Next, connect your bank account to the new system.· Once fully onboarded, take off your FASTag sticker.More about Global Navigation Satellite SystemThe GNSS comprises a network of satellites that send out timing and orbital data utilized for navigation and positioning. Satellites transmit signals indicating their location at a specific time, which is then used to ascertain the location on Earth. By performing intricate trilateration calculations, the device determines the position based on its relation to at least four satellites. GNSS encompasses more than just the satellites orbiting the Earth. The various groups of satellites referred to as constellations, send signals to master control stations and GNSS users worldwide. These three components ­ space, control, and user ­ are all integral to GNSS. However, the term GNSS is most commonly used to define the orbiting satellites in space. The space segment consists of GNSS constellations that orbit at altitudes ranging from 20,000 to 37,000 kilometers above the Earth.The significance of GNSS in IoT lies in devices' capacity to recognize their own positions, identify neighboring machines, and compile that information into actionable insights. For instance, a car can detect surrounding vehicles to prevent accidents or recognize upcoming detours and choose a more efficient route. The possibilities for applications are virtually limitless.Tech firms are reevaluating their approach since the existing GNSS chips in smartphones are not suitable for all IoT devices. This is since smartphones generally receive daily charging, which keeps the GNSS receivers sufficiently powered. They are equipped with high-performance processors and are continuously operational. Moreover, the price of smartphones, which is acceptable at several hundred dollars, makes individuals less likely to invest the same amount in a smartwatch or a smart backpack.Also Read: Is Starlink Bringing an Internet Revolution to India?The transport sector employs GNSS extensively, including rail, aviation, and marine transportation. In rail transport, it allows for tracking the positions of all locomotives and cars, mapping the locations of other trains, and reducing accidents and delays. Without GNSS, pilots would be disoriented in the sky. From takeoff to navigation through unseen weather conditions and landing, GNSS systems direct the entire aviation framework. The same holds true for marine transport, where captains can determine their precise location and direction using GNSS-enabled methods. Tech firms are reevaluating their approach since the existing GNSS chips in smartphones are not suitable for all IoT devices
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