Position domain joint tracking

It was shown that the Vector Delay Lock Loop (VDLL) enhances the robustness of a GNSS receiver by exploiting the spatial correlation of the received signals. But due to the periodicity of the carrier, the VDLL only operates on the codephase and the carrier-frequency. In contrast to the VDLL, the Joint Tracking receiver manages to sustain the carrier-phase lock even in fast-changing, difficult environments. Other than the VDLL, the Joint Tracking algorithm doesn´t estimate the receiver´s location. The novel Position Domain Joint Tracking algorithm, described in this paper, combines both approaches, gaining from the advantages of both concepts. It is tested with signals generated by a constellation simulator, simulating a stationary and dynamic receiver. The test runs are discussed in terms of positioning performance. They show the big potential of such a combined receiver scheme as the signal synchronization is robust and the position estimate precise.