Jim Wilson writes:
> > 
> > Probably best to do a running average of the FDM value too so as
> > to 'smooth' it a little
> 
> Hmmm...yeah that is pretty heavy.
> 
> Actually the geodetic method being used isn't very smooth either.  In fact I
> would guess that since the lon/lat is the direct result of the FDM numbers, it
> might even be about the same.
> 
> Since it is likely that the results are the same, and we have the distinct
> advantage over a real world GPS because we are running an FDM and have the
> velocities,  why don't we just use the arctangent method in the gps code and
> save a few cycles?

And as Dave mentioned only update once a second or so
to give the thing a chance to move a little ^:)

Real GPS's usually do some smoothing too and  this is even user tuneable 
on the better sets.

Cheers

Norman

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