European Sat Nav Launched

Europe have launched their second satellite named Giove-B which will demonstrate Europe’s Galileo sat nav system. The satellite was launched from Kazakhstan on a Soyuz rocket. The satellite was launched to allow for tests to be done on the key technology that will power the Galileo sat nav system which will eventually consists of 30 satellites in 2013. Equipment to be tested will be the atomic clocks which provide timing to with in 1 billionth of a second per 24 hours as well as other equipment.

The new Galileo system will allow for more a accurate fix on position (with in 1 meter anywhere around the globe) and also should achieve quicker first fix times.

Via: Pocket-Lint