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Method and apparatus for signal tracking utilizing universal algorithm

US7551138B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 22, 2005
Grant dateJun 23, 2009
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Expiry dateFeb 19, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01S5/12
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method and apparatus for signal tracking utilizing a universal algorithm is disclosed. The method and apparatus generally include acquiring a signal measurement corresponding to a signal, forming a measurement matrix utilizing the acquired signal measurement, and applying the measurement matrix to a recursive filter to determine a geolocation of the signal. Such a configuration enables geolocations to be determined utilizing any signal measurement or combination of signal measurements to eliminate the need to rely on a particular static combination of signal measurements.

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