TOKYO -- Japan intends to increase the number of satellites in its GPS-style system to 11 from four, letting users determine their precise location virtually anywhere in the country without relying on the American network.
Aerospace & Defense Industries
Japan plans expansion of homegrown GPS network to 11 satellites
Increase from 4 means Tokyo won't need to depend on U.S. system
A rendering of one of the satellites that comprise Japan's Michibiki system. (Photo courtesy of Mitsubishi Electric)
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