GPS satellites are part of the Global Positioning System (GPS), a satellite-based navigation system that enables users to determine their exact location (latitude, longitude, and altitude) anywhere on Earth. The system consists of a constellation of satellites that continuously transmit signals to GPS receivers, which can interpret these signals to calculate precise positioning. ### Key Features of GPS Satellites: 1. **Constellation**: The GPS system typically consists of at least 24 operational satellites orbiting the Earth in six orbital planes.
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