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System and method for augmenting a satellite-based navigation solution

US7756639B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 5, 2004
Grant dateJul 13, 2010
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Expiry dateFeb 22, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01S19/26
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A map-matching feedback interface uses added information to bound a mapping solution and calibrate a navigation system, thus enabling the navigation system to navigate more accurately over a longer period of time. The system recognizes erroneous measurements and reduces or eliminates them from the mapping solution, thus preventing position inaccuracies. The system interfaces the navigation system with a mapping system that feeds back map-based data to the navigation system and combines the map-matching feedback data with other sensor data to produce an accurate navigation solution even in environments where GPS or dead reckoning input data is inaccurate.

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