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Method for referencing fixed objects

  • US 6,023,654 A
  • Filed: 03/25/1997
  • Issued: 02/08/2000
  • Est. Priority Date: 03/25/1996
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method of referencing fixed objects on the earth'"'"'s surface by associating an unequivocal code, comprising the steps of:

  • a) defining a grid with a predetermined resolution and a predetermined position with respect to the surface of the earth, the grid having intersection points that are convertible by a first reversible algorithm into a geographical coordinate system;

    b) unequivocally mapping the objects on the intersection points of the grid;

    c) unequivocally associating a code in each case with the intersection points of the grid by a second reversible algorithm; and

    d) associating the code of the associated intersection point determined in step c) with the object in question.

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