GPS IIF-the next generation

Author

Fisher, Steven C. ; Ghassemi, Kamran

Author_Institution

Boeing Satellite Syst., Seal Beach, CA, USA

Volume

87

Issue

1

fYear

1999

fDate

1/1/1999 12:00:00 AM

Firstpage

24

Lastpage

47

Abstract

This paper provides an overview of the next generation of the Global-Positioning System (GPS) space and ground segments as embodied in the GPS Block II follow-on (GPS IIF) program. The GPS IIF program includes the procurement of 33 satellites and the operation and support of the new GPS operational control segment. The program is using the principles of acquisition reform to develop and field a new generation of satellites, support equipment, and software. Performance improvements in GPS signal power, accuracy, and service to civilian users are described. These improvements provide a foundation and, combined with the flexibility of the GPS IIF system, they allow for upgrading the system to even greater capability. The elements of the GPS IIF system are described in significant detail

Keywords

Global Positioning System; military communication; telecommunication control; GPS Block II follow-on program; GPS IIF; Global-Positioning System; US Air Force; accuracy; acquisition reform; civilian service; ground segment; operational control segment; performance improvements; satellites; signal power; software; space segment; support equipment; Atomic clocks; Availability; Error analysis; Global Positioning System; Government; Maintenance; Procurement; Production; Satellite broadcasting; Satellite navigation systems;

fLanguage

English

Journal_Title

Proceedings of the IEEE

Publisher

ieee

ISSN

0018-9219

Type

jour

DOI

10.1109/5.736340

Filename

736340