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Eblana Photonics of Dublin, Ireland, has received a contract from the European Space Agency. The company will develop lasers for use in more precise atomic clocks. Atomic clocks are employed in the Galileo satellite system design that is used for global positioning.Read full article

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    Published: December 2009
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    positioning
    Positioning generally refers to the determination or identification of the location or placement of an object, person, or entity in a specific space or relative to a reference point. The term is used in various contexts, and the methods for positioning can vary depending on the application. Key aspects of positioning include: Spatial coordinates: Positioning often involves expressing the location of an object in terms of spatial coordinates. These coordinates may include dimensions such as...
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