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  1. [remote sensing, standards] A technique for increasing the accuracy of GPS/GNSS measurements by comparing observed with known ranges or coordinates at a fixed base station and transmitting corrections to roving receivers.

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  2. [remote sensing, standards] A method of improving the accuracy of a GPS/GNSS location using corrections broadcast from a GPS/GNSS base station.

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