Methods and apparatus for geometry extra-redundant almost fixed solutions
US7768451B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 23, 2007 |
| Grant date | Aug 3, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 15, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01S19/04
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and apparatus for providing high integrity probability of connect fix (PCF) in GPS navigation applications, such as precision approach and landing and airborne refueling. In an exemplary embodiment, an enlarged pull in region is used to compute protection levels. In an exemplary embodiment, geometric extra-redundancy is used to enhance PCF and PAF (probability of almost fixed). In an exemplary embodiment, geometric extra-redundancy almost fixed solutions provide superior accuracy and integrity for GPS navigation applications.
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