GEOSPATIAL FRONTIERS
A Publication by Project Geospatial
LOOKING BEYOND
THE MAP
Geospatial Frontiers, a new publication from Project Geospatial, brings together leading voices and experts from across the geospatial ecosystem to tackle the industry's most pressing challenges. Through in-depth articles and discussions, Geospatial Frontiers aims to explore innovative solutions and spark critical conversations that will shape the future of geospatial technology and its applications.
AUTHORS
Adam Simmons
Keith Barber
The Unseen Axis: How a Cold War Military Project Became the Invisible Foundation of Your World
Ever wondered how your phone knows you’re at Starbucks and not the cafe next door? Dive into the world of WGS-84, the invisible global grid that powers your GPS. Discover why this Cold War-era system is still the king of coordinates, how it's constantly updated to centimeter-level accuracy, and how it stacks up against alternatives like ITRF and NAD83. Uncover the secret language of location that silently runs our world.