| Sarah McCuskee
Where Under the Sun Are You?
| Division: | Physical & Mathematical Sciences | | Category: | Junior | | Region: | Regina | | City: | Regina, SK | | School: | Dr. A. E. Perry | | Abstract: | It is suspected that solar wind and the ionosphere affect GPS positional accuracy. Data were collected on the ionosphere using radio propagation, on solar wind using websites, and on a GPS receiver. It was found that solar wind significantly affects GPS accuracy. Further work is recommended to ensure public safety. |
| Awards | Value | The University of Western Ontario Scholarship
Silver Medallist - $1500 Entrance Scholarship
Sponsor: University of Western Ontario | $1 500.00 | Silver Medal - Automotive
Junior
Sponsor: AUTO21 | $700.00 | Silver Medal - Physical & Mathematical Sciences
Junior
Sponsor: Encana Corporation | $700.00 | | Total | $2 900.00 | |
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