Satellite tracking systems. Vehicle Tracking System

We did not have time to notice how satellite tracking systems, geolocation technologies, already entered into our life and became entrenched in it. Almost all modern gadgets are crammed with GPS navigators. They are followed by other popular devices, such as trackers, tracking beacons, control systems over the phone and so on. No one is surprised that a car with built-in appropriate equipment can be easily detected using tracking systems.

Convenience or danger?

On the one hand, it brings additional conveniences to people. For example, by sending a letter or a package by mail, you can find out where your message is at any time. For this purpose, the tracking system for the items serves. Entering the site on the Internet and typing a unique number assigned, you will receive all information about the way of the letter or parcel.

On the other hand, such an increasingly increasing total control can not but cause concern among people who care about the privacy of their personal lives. Communicating in social networks, e-mail correspondence, conversations on such convenient services as Skype, WhatsApp and others, along with convenience and accessibility, are, unfortunately, a great danger for people in the future.

Let us consider some tracking systems and the general principle of their operation.

GPS

GPS is an American global positioning system operated by the US Department of Defense. It consists of thirty-two satellites located in space around the Earth. They are operated by special stations. The system monitors various gadgets and other electronic devices located by users, through which tracking is carried out.

Initially, the project was aimed at achieving military objectives. But gradually his part was reoriented to civilians.

GLONASS

This is a domestic car tracking system, which is aimed at providing emergency assistance in the event of a traffic accident. It has been operational since the beginning of 2015. The devices are already installed in the factory for new domestic cars. And in the future all vehicles will have to have this equipment. In the coming years, the European eCall tracking system will also start operating. Thus, the US monopoly with its GPS is gradually lost.

Trackers, lighthouses and other

In addition to vehicle tracking systems, which are already under the guidance of the state and have become almost mandatory, there are many other devices that operate thanks to the satellite system. Of course, their work is fixed and recorded in long-term memory. But civilians, pursuing their own interests, acquire such funds to achieve personal goals. It can be care for loved ones and their property. But some use tracking systems for illegal purposes.

What are they needed for?

For example, for offices and shopping centers. Here, similar devices have long become irreplaceable security equipment. Also they are successfully installed in the country or in the house. If an attacker enters the room, they will catch him faster than he can escape. A silent alarm system will work and the security company will have to react to the signal.

Trackers are inserted into the collars of your favorite pets, so as not to be afraid that they will run too far and are lost. There are devices for watching children. And the above-mentioned car tracking systems have obvious advantages. They notify the service in case of an accident, and the driver, for example, about the future traffic jam. In addition, they also provide other useful information.

"Jammers"

However, not everyone likes the state of things when people become controlled in all their movements. Therefore, along with tracking devices, the so-called suppressors, or "jammers" of the automatic tracking system, are rapidly gaining popularity.

The principle of operation of such devices is aimed at interfering with the satellite system. To date, you can find many such devices. Domestic craftsmen often independently make such designs. It is said that those who understand at least a little in radio engineering, to build a similar device will not be difficult.

It is known that experiments were conducted in the German laboratory, where the effectiveness of these devices was checked. And it was proved that the satellite tracking system was useless when using a competently manufactured suppressor. This gives hope to those who do not want to be constantly under control. But if the "jammer" is installed in the car, then it will become illegal. And if they manage to figure out the attacker, he will have to bear responsibility.

The results of the experiments showed that "jammers" are distributed not only to one car, but also interfere with a lot of other vehicles that are around. Therefore, mechanisms are actively being developed to identify such devices.

Who will be the winner in this struggle: those who are the satellite tracking system, or those who create such devices for their illegal sale and subsequent use? People also have to choose: rejoice at the new blessings of civilization or defend their ancestral rights.