Global Navigation Satellite Systems Engineering, Policy, and Design
The Korea Augmentation Satellite System (KASS), designed and implemented by Thales Alenia Space as the prime contractor, has been officially certified by Korean national authorities and has entered operational service. This system was developed in partnership with the Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) on behalf of the Korean Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MOLIT).
By Inside GNSS
In the decades and centuries preceding satellites and GPS, navigation relied much more heavily on human ingenuity in determining location relative to maps, surroundings and visual reference points. Particularly in harsh and challenging environments, such as the Sahara desert.
By Inside GNSS
Airoha Technology has announced the launch of its AG3335MA satellite positioning chip series at the end of December 2023. This new chip series has successfully passed the AEC-Q100 Grade 2 reliability qualification tests for automotive applications.
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This study examines the frequency, type and severity of interference events at specific locations in the country, providing valuable insights into the use of detectors, the nature of interference encountered, their potential sources and the impact on GNSS-derived positions.
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BAE Systems has successfully completed the Critical Design Review (CDR) for its Military GPS User Equipment (MGUE) Increment 2 Miniature Serial Interface (MSI) program, marking a significant milestone in the development of an advanced military GPS receiver and next-generation semiconductor. This development is part of a $247 million contract awarded in 2020 by the U.S. Space Force.
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A look at recent testing and the advantages of using KF tracking to process GNSS meta-signals.
By Daniele Borio and Melania Susi
Qualinx, a company specializing in ultra-low power wireless tracking and connectivity semiconductors, has announced a partnership with the European Union Agency for the Space Programme (EUSPA). This collaboration, under the Fundamental Elements EU R&D funding mechanism, aims to develop a consumer-grade, low-power GNSS receiver for EUSPA’s GNSS authentication service.
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On January 18 2024, the 2023 update of the European Radio Navigation Plan was made available online in five languages. The publication is a European Commission Staff Working Document, written by The Directorate-General for Defence Industry and Space (DG DEFIS), in cooperation with the Joint Research Centre (JRC), the European Commission’s science and knowledge service.
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The Munich Satellite Navigation Summit, set to take place from March 20 to 22, 2024, has announced “GNSS Meets Friends in New Orbits – Potentials and Synergies!” as its theme. This event, which will be held both on-site and as a hybrid conference, is poised to delve into the evolving landscape of satellite navigation and its integration with other space-based technologies. Registration information for the in-person or virtual tracks can be found on the conference website.
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The Institute of Navigation (ION) has recognized distinguished professionals in the field of positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) with its prestigious 2023 Annual Awards. The awards were presented during the International Technical Meeting (ITM) and Precise Time and Time Interval (PTTI) Systems and Applications Meeting, held in Long Beach, California, from January 22 to 25, 2024.
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Point One Navigation, a company specializing in precision positioning, has announced the expansion of its Polaris Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) location network to South Korea. This development aims to provide businesses and application developers in the region with centimeter-accurate location data for their projects.
By Inside GNSS
The IGNSS Association’s 2024 conference in Sydney, Australia is taking place from February 7-9 at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). With the theme of “Celebrating 50 Years of GNSS and Navigating the Next 50”, the conference will bring together experts, policy makers and emerging leaders in GNSS technology, products, and services to examine the latest advances, present cutting edge research and discuss policy, market development and infrastructure.
By Inside GNSS
By Xavier Orr, Advanced Navigation
The topic of signal spoofing is set to dominate discussions across the PNT and GNSS field.
This January, global aviation industry leaders will convene for a meeting hosted by The International Air Transport Association (IATA), bringing together aircraft manufacturers and regulators to address the escalating threat of GNSS spoofing—a concern deemed a “growing issue” by IATA’s SVP of Operations, Safety & Security, Nick Careen.
By Inside GNSS
