GPS airborne target geolocating method
USRE40801E1 · kind E1 · reissue
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| Filing date | Feb 6, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jun 23, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 6, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC —)General
Abstract
A geolocation method is applied for accurate targeting of a target using an airborne beacon as a pseudo star generated by a high altitude vehicle, and using optical sensors by a low altitude vehicle for imaging the beacon and target for generating accurate relative GPS positioning of the target for improved the geolocation of the target preferably for precise delivery of a payload to the target. The method is applicable to military and civilian needs for accurate delivery of a payload to a target, such as for precise delivery of humanitarian aid or weapon munitions.
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