Loran Indicator

Loran (Long Range Navigation) is a radio navigation system that was developed during World War II and used for maritime and aviation navigation. A Loran Indicator, also known as a Loran-C receiver or Loran-C display, is a device used to receive and display Loran-C signals.

The Loran Indicator typically consists of a display screen, controls, and indicators. It receives signals from Loran-C transmitters located on the ground and calculates the user's position based on the time difference of arrival (TDOA) of the signals. The calculated position is then displayed on the screen, usually in the form of latitude and longitude coordinates.

Loran Indicators were widely used before the advent of GPS (Global Positioning System) and provided accurate navigation information over long distances. However, with the widespread availability and accuracy of GPS technology, Loran systems have become less common.

It's worth noting that Loran-C systems have been largely phased out in many parts of the world, including the United States, where the Loran-C infrastructure was decommissioned in 2010. However, there are still some countries where Loran systems are in operation, such as Russia and China.

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