Global Navigation Satellite Systems Engineering, Policy, and Design
STMicroelectronics announced that its new BPF8089-01SC6 plug-and-play RF front-end for GNSS receivers simplifies design and saves real estate by integrating the impedance-matching and electrostatic-discharge (ESD) protection circuitry typically implemented using discrete components.
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The European GNSS Agency (GSA) released a new Galileo Open Service Signal in Space Interface Control Document (OS SIS ICD), the second issue of this document geared towards GNSS receiver manufacturers. Although the modified signals are not yet broadcast by Galileo satellites, the ICD will allow GNSS receiver manufacturers to prepare for the improved signals, set for debut in 2023.
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Volvo Penta announced its Assisted Docking system, integrating GPS dynamic positioning, at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). The Assisted Docking system gives the captain better control when docking a boat by automating his or her intentions, compensating for some dynamic variables, such as wind and current, and helping the vessel stay on its intended course.
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Parker LORD Microstrain Sensing debuted its new all-in-one navigation system this month, which includes onboard RTK and built-in dual antenna GNSS receivers.
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ADVA launched a set network synchronization devices with enhanced capabilities for next-generation applications such as 5G. The latest Oscilloquartz products provide timing accuracy and resilience to edge networks. The OSA 5412 and 5422 offer precise phase, frequency and time-of-day synchronization and can be used for time-as-a-service applications.
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Swift Navigation announced the availability of its Precision GNSS Module (PGM), designed to offer fast evaluation and a quick path to production for those requiring a precise positioning solution.
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Tallysman Wireless introduced two lightweight, compact active Iridium helical antennas: the housed HC610 and the embedded HC610E. They receive the Iridium Satellite Time and Location (STL) signals, used by STL terminals to provide worldwide position, navigation, and timing independent of GPS/GNSS
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A software development kit for vertical positioning within multistory buildings enhances first responder safety, makes decision-making more efficient, and improves situational awareness.
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Hexagon | NovAtel has released the new MarinePak7 GNSS+inertial receiver that delivers precise positioning and timing for demanding nearshore marine applications. It is certified for the marine environment and designed for hydrographic survey, marine construction and nearshore renewable energy operations.
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Huber+Suhner, a global supplier of optical and electricity connectivity solutions, updated its range of SENCITY Rail antennas to receive signals from all four GNSS: BeiDou, Galileo, GPS and GLONASS.
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The latest release from Hexagon promises precise point positioning (PPP) convergence in less than a minute for centimeter-level accuracy on land, air and marine applications around the world.
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ANavS showcased its Multi-Sensor RTK Positioning Module with its modular and flexibly configurable sensor fusion software at the recent International VDI Conference Autonomous Trucks virtual conference.
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For its flagship Gray Eagle UAV, the U.S. Army with lead contractor General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has selected an anti-jam GPS system from Cobham Aerospace Connectivity. The MQ-1C ER Gray Eagle Extended Range (GE-ER) Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) platform is a medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) unmanned aircraft system
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