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A truck drives on an overpass with connected icons overhead labeled Device and Base Station, illustrating wireless communication between the truck and multiple network points.

What is RTK (Real-Time Kinematic) Positioning? [2026]

January 9, 2026

RTK (Real-Time Kinematic) positioning is a satellite-based technique that achieves centimeter-level accuracy by using correction data from reference stations to eliminate GNSS errors in real time. Where standard GNSS positioning…

Split image: left shows a yellow tripod-mounted RTK Base GNSS device with the text RTK grind?; right shows a blurred map with blue dots and the text Always-on RTK network? with a green OR box in the center.

How to Build Your Own RTK Base Station (& Is It Worth It?) [2026]

December 14, 2025

If you have ever struggled to design and set up your own RTK base station, you should read this and learn about Point One’s RTK cloud service, a simpler and innovative solution for “precise location”.

A black robotic lawn mower on grass, with digital icons above it indicating connectivity to a base station and multiple sensors or devices.

RTK Corrections: What They Are and How They Work

October 27, 2025

TLDR: RTK CorrectionsRTK corrections are real-time data from ground-based reference stations that eliminate GNSS satellite signal errors, improving positioning accuracy from 3–5 meters to 1–2 centimeters. Base stations at precisely…

Calian: The Power of Plug-and-Play RTK

May 8, 2024

How Point One cut Calian’s time to market for its new smart antenna by two-thirds with Point One’ industry-leading RTK network and ease of integration.

Diagram showing two cars: the top car with a red, curved dashed line labeled loosely coupled GNSS, and the bottom car with a green, straight dashed line labeled tightly coupled INS.

WATCH: Centimeter-level precision location that works wherever you do

March 26, 2024

For tomorrow’s businesses that depend on precise location, traditional GNSS falls short.
That’s where Point One’s RTK Network comes in.

A car avoids a fallen tree blocking the road, guided by signals from three satellites shown with green lines and circles, illustrating absolute navigation or autonomous driving technology.

Absolute vs Relative Positioning: Why You Need Both for GNSS Accuracy [2024]

March 18, 2024

When it comes to robotics & AV solutions, many developers have a strong opinion on using absolute vs relative navigation. We’re here to say you actually need both.

A worker in safety gear operates a yellow CIV Robotics robot using RTK technology on a barren field. Large CIV Robotics and Point One logos are displayed on the left, highlighting precision construction solutions.

Civ Robotics: Delivering Pinpoint Precision Without the Hassle

March 6, 2024

How Point One accelerates construction layouts without sacrificing accuracy.

A line drawing shows people using drones and radio towers in a mountainous area. Dotted lines connect drones, towers, and an RTK rental unit, with a 10 KM Max label indicating the drone’s range limit.

RTK Rentals: Should You Rent an RTK System in 2024?

February 8, 2024

Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) technology enhances GPS accuracy to centimeter-level precision. From
automotive and delivery systems to mobility, and robotics, this precision location data is critical.

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A silver tripod with a GNSS receiver stands on a grassy field, framed by rolling hills and a line of trees under a clear blue sky.

How to Choose the Best RTK for Location Precision in 2024

January 1, 2024

Global Positioning Systems (GPS) are all around us, from within our phones and cars to our aircraft and space shuttles. However,Forbes reports that GPS has significant problems,including with accuracy, that…

What is RTK (Real-Time Kinematic) Positioning? [2026]

How to Build Your Own RTK Base Station (& Is It Worth It?) [2026]

RTK Corrections: What They Are and How They Work

Calian: The Power of Plug-and-Play RTK

WATCH: Centimeter-level precision location that works wherever you do

Absolute vs Relative Positioning: Why You Need Both for GNSS Accuracy [2024]

Civ Robotics: Delivering Pinpoint Precision Without the Hassle

RTK Rentals: Should You Rent an RTK System in 2024?

How to Choose the Best RTK for Location Precision in 2024

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