GPS applications in power systems Part 1 Introduction to GPS

This series of tutorials will consider the Global Positioning System and its application in the field of electric power systems. The first tutorial article is intended as an introduction to the Global Positioning System - it is not specific to power systems applications - and will give the reader an insight into the operation of GPS and an understanding of the many acronyms used in this area. Subsequent tutorials will cover existing applications of GPS in power systems and the future of GPS.