How GPS Works in 90 Seconds | Fast FAQts with Alex McNeil

SandboxAQ
13,931 views August 13, 2026

Ever wondered how your phone’s GPS actually knows your exact location? 🌐📱 Alex McNeil, a PNT (Position, Navigation, and Timing) Engineer at SandboxAQ, breaks down the math, physics, and satellite signals behind GPS using a simple church bell analogy. Plus, stick around for a wild fact at the end: most GPS tech isn't even used for location, but for precision timing! ⏰ Subscribe for more fast FAQts on AI and quantum. Learn more about the what Alex and the AQNav team are up to here: https://www.sandboxaq.com/solutions/aqnav #SandboxAQ #AQNav #GPS #TechExplained #Science #Engineering #HowItWorks #STEM

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