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Operational satellite geodesy is based upon data transmitted from the satellite to the user by means of electromagnetic waves. Such waves are generated by an oscillating (alternating) electric force. The (sinusoidal) propagation of electromagnetic waves conforms to Maxwell’s laws.
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Hofmann-Wellenhof, B., Lichtenegger, H., Collins, J. (2001). Satellite signal. In: Global Positioning System. Springer, Vienna. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-7091-6199-9_5
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