GPS augmentation for mining

To overcome the issue of obstructed GPSsignals, inherent in satellite positiontechnology, Leica has sought to reducethe dependence of its machine-controland fleet-management systems onsatellites by incorporating technologydeveloped by Locata Corp

19 October 2010
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To meet unprecedented demand for minerals and energy resources, open-pit mines are getting deeper and potentially steeper, presenting many challenges that can have an adverse affect on productivity

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