On differential scale changes and the satellite Doppler system z-shift

An often neglected but important role is played by differential scale changes in transforming geodetic datums. A rigorous account of scale variations in any transformation involving reference ellipsoids and its effects on geodetic heights is essential. This role provides a plausible explanation for the reported z-shift between the Doppler defined terrestrial systems and the satellite laser ranging frames.

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