Rosinsky, Natalie M.

Satellites and the GPS / by Natalie Rosinsky. - Minneapolis, MN : Compass Point Books, c2004. - 32 p. : col. ill. ; 23 cm. - Simply science. . - Simply science (Minneapolis, Minn.) .

Includes bibliographical references (p. 31) and index.

Circling high above Earth -- Satellites then and now -- Many kinds of satellites -- Where is everyone? -- How the Global Positioning System works -- Ways the Global Positioning System helps.

A brief introduction to the history, characteristics, and importance of satellites, especially those that make up the Global Positioning System.

ISBN: 0756505976 (hardcover)

LCCN: 2003014413

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Artificial satellites in navigation.
Artificial satellites.
Global Positioning System.

LC Class. No.: TL798.N3 / R67 2004

Dewey Class. No.: 910/.285