Smartphones to Revolutionize Ionosphere Mapping

Researchers at Google Research in California have developed a system to use millions of smartphones to map out real-time variations in Earth’s ionosphere. This innovative approach could improve the accuracy of global navigation satellite systems (GNSSs) such as GPS and provide new insights into the ionosphere. The system leverages the ubiquitous ownership of smartphones across the globe, including in developing regions, to create a detailed view of the ionosphere that wouldn’t otherwise be possible.
  • Forecast for 6 months: Within the next 6 months, we can expect to see the initial deployment of the smartphone-based ionosphere mapping system in select regions, with a focus on improving location accuracy and reducing errors in GNSS signals.
  • Forecast for 1 year: By the end of the year, the system is expected to have expanded to cover a significant portion of the globe, with millions of smartphones contributing to the creation of high-resolution ionosphere maps.
  • Forecast for 5 years: In the next 5 years, we can anticipate the widespread adoption of the smartphone-based ionosphere mapping system, leading to significant improvements in GNSS accuracy and a better understanding of the ionosphere’s dynamics.
  • Forecast for 10 years: By the end of the decade, the system is expected to have become an essential tool for scientists and researchers, providing unprecedented insights into the ionosphere and its impact on global navigation and communication systems.

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