Roger L. Easton
American scientist, co-inventor of GPS
Born
April 30th, 1921
103 years ago
Died
May 8th, 2014
10 years ago — 93 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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A scientist co-invented the Global Positioning System (GPS), significantly advancing navigational technology. This system allows users to determine their precise location anywhere on Earth using satellite signals. Easton worked with a team at the Naval Research Laboratory during the 1960s, leading to the initial deployment of GPS technology. The system has since evolved and is widely used in military, commercial, and personal navigation.
Co-invented the Global Positioning System
Contributed to satellite technology developments
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