Chapter 2, Problem 13CSQ

Explanation of Solution

The technologies used in the case study are:

• Global positioning system (GPS):
  • In this technology, computer with GPS receives the signals from the earth’s orbiting satellites so as to track the location of the equipment and the direction, and position of the vehicle. This depends on the navigation system of the satellite.
• The agricultural companies:
  • Agricultural companies like DuPont and Monsanto use the technologies to develop the new techniques for cropping. The technology is used in perspective planting that helps in making the adjustments in depths of planting or distance between the rows of crops of plants to yield properly...