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Flying high to measure gravity: Humans optional
Description: The National Geodetic Survey is in the middle of a 15-year effort called Gravity for the Redefinition for the American Vertical Datum, or GRAV-D. Its goal is to increase the accuracy of today's elevation measurements with more precise data obtained through measuring gravity nationwide. Scientists are collecting gravity data from all over the country with aircraft. Having these measurements will help prepare for floods, sea level rise, and other emergencies. [Source: NOAA News]
URL: http://www.noaa.gov/flying-high-measure-gravity-humans-optional
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Source: NOAA News
Publish Date: 4/25/2016
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