System and method for determining orientation based on solar...

Data processing: vehicles – navigation – and relative location – Navigation – Employing position determining equipment

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ABSTRACT:
Determination of the orientation of a unit is based on solar positioning. An actual measurement of the position of the sun is taken and compared to a theoretical determination of the position of the sun. By comparing the actual and theoretical positions, the orientation of the unit is determined in an accurate, reliable, and economical manner.

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