International Network of Global Fiducial Stations: Science and Implementation Issues

by National Research Council, Division on Earth and Life Studies, Commission on Geosciences, Environment and Resources, Board on Earth Sciences and Resources, Committee on Geodesy

Overview

The advent of highly precise space-based geodetic techniques has led to the application of these techniques to the solution of global earth and ocean problems. Now under consideration is a worldwide network of interconnected fiducial stations where geodetic as well as other scientific measurements can be made.

This book discusses the science rationale behind the concept of an extensive global network of fiducial sites. It identifies geophysical problems that cannot be solved without a global approach and cites geodetic objectives that call for a global deployment of fiducial sites. It concludes with operations considerations and proposes a plan for development of the global network.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780309045438
Publisher:	National Academies Press
Publication date:	02/01/1991
Pages:	144
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)