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by whatshisface 2637 days ago
Why stop at a meter?
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The error beyond this level is due to local ionospheric conditions rather than the protocol. Corrections can be transmitted to interested receivers, WAAS is an example of such a system.

cm level accuracy is available with RTK. It works by comparing GPS signals from a known nearby location with that of a mobile receiver, providing what amounts to especially good correction. It works fine and you can get started at home for <$100.

A new protocol that does better than what we have right now will take some major breakthroughs.

Any recommendations on what hardware or project should I look for to "start at home"? Sounds interesting...
You can get cm level accuracy with RTK: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Real-time_kinematic
This looks amazing. Any idea if there are consumer level CPGPS devices?