July 5, 2006

GPS, Galileo, now IRNS?

So, if two global positioning satellite systems weren’t enough; here goes another one. Apparently India feels that they need to put up a system that serves their nation with position, navigation and timing services. The new Indian Regional Navigation System (IRNS) should be built in the next 5+ years and would cover India with up to eight satellites.

"The system is a totally independent navigational system based on a constellation of eight satellites," said Nair, who is also chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). Nair said the system would be under Indian control, and the space and ground segments as well as receivers will be built in the country.

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Posted by Scott Martin at July 5, 2006 3:53 PM

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