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What is the nominal altitude of GPS satellites above the Earth?
What is the nominal altitude of GPS satellites above the Earth?
- 20,183 km (correct)
- 25,000 km
- 10,000 km
- 15,000 km
What defines the passive nature of the GPS system?
What defines the passive nature of the GPS system?
- Only ground controls transmit to users.
- The system actively monitors user positions.
- Users transmit signals to the satellites.
- Only the satellites transmit signals. (correct)
What is the role of the clock in the GPS satellite?
What is the role of the clock in the GPS satellite?
- To mark the time of signal departure. (correct)
- To confirm signals have reached the receivers.
- To measure the position of users.
- To manage the satellite's orbit.
What is the primary function of trilateration in GPS?
What is the primary function of trilateration in GPS?
How does distance affect the measurement in GPS?
How does distance affect the measurement in GPS?
What describes the control points in GPS?
What describes the control points in GPS?
Which characteristic does the GPS signal not possess?
Which characteristic does the GPS signal not possess?
What is an aspect of GPS ranging?
What is an aspect of GPS ranging?
What information does a GPS signal communicate to its receiver?
What information does a GPS signal communicate to its receiver?
What type of waves are used to carry GPS codes?
What type of waves are used to carry GPS codes?
What are the two fundamental frequencies of GPS?
What are the two fundamental frequencies of GPS?
Which of the following correctly describes the modulation frequency of the Navigation code?
Which of the following correctly describes the modulation frequency of the Navigation code?
What are the basic GPS codes used for communication?
What are the basic GPS codes used for communication?
How many subframes does the Navigation message contain?
How many subframes does the Navigation message contain?
Which frequency corresponds to the L1 band of GPS?
Which frequency corresponds to the L1 band of GPS?
What is the wavelength associated with the L1 frequency of GPS?
What is the wavelength associated with the L1 frequency of GPS?
What is the main purpose of the data provided by subframe 4?
What is the main purpose of the data provided by subframe 4?
What information does the almanac contain regarding satellites?
What information does the almanac contain regarding satellites?
Which frequencies do Control Segment monitoring stations analyze to determine GPS signal delays?
Which frequencies do Control Segment monitoring stations analyze to determine GPS signal delays?
What does the flag in subframe 4 indicate to the receiver?
What does the flag in subframe 4 indicate to the receiver?
When can a receiver first utilize almanac data for satellite positioning?
When can a receiver first utilize almanac data for satellite positioning?
Which of the following statements about the Y-code and M-code is correct?
Which of the following statements about the Y-code and M-code is correct?
How often does the Control Segment generate and upload a new almanac to each satellite?
How often does the Control Segment generate and upload a new almanac to each satellite?
Which parameters related to the ionosphere are included in subframe 4?
Which parameters related to the ionosphere are included in subframe 4?
How often does GPS time restart?
How often does GPS time restart?
What is the total length of time it takes to broadcast the Navigation message from a cold boot?
What is the total length of time it takes to broadcast the Navigation message from a cold boot?
Which subframe contains information essential for the receiver to synchronize its clock with that of the satellite clock?
Which subframe contains information essential for the receiver to synchronize its clock with that of the satellite clock?
How frequently are updates provided for the data in the ephemeris and clocks parameters?
How frequently are updates provided for the data in the ephemeris and clocks parameters?
What does TLM indicate in the Navigation message?
What does TLM indicate in the Navigation message?
Which GPS time standard is recognized as more stable than the rotation of the earth?
Which GPS time standard is recognized as more stable than the rotation of the earth?
What is the typical interval for renewing the almanacs provided in subframes 4 and 5?
What is the typical interval for renewing the almanacs provided in subframes 4 and 5?
What is the function of the HOW in the Navigation message?
What is the function of the HOW in the Navigation message?
What is the primary function of the P code in GPS?
What is the primary function of the P code in GPS?
At what rate is the P code generated?
At what rate is the P code generated?
How often is the entire P code renewed?
How often is the entire P code renewed?
Which code is used for Standard Positioning Service (SPS)?
Which code is used for Standard Positioning Service (SPS)?
Which of the following frequencies does the C/A code broadcast on?
Which of the following frequencies does the C/A code broadcast on?
What technique do military users perform that is improved by the use of two frequencies in PPS?
What technique do military users perform that is improved by the use of two frequencies in PPS?
Which of the following statements about the C/A code is true?
Which of the following statements about the C/A code is true?
What is the purpose of the M-code in GPS transmissions?
What is the purpose of the M-code in GPS transmissions?
Study Notes
GPS Satellites Overview
- Minimum of 24 operational GPS satellites available 95% of the time; currently 31 operational satellites.
GPS and Trilateration
- GPS utilizes trilateration to determine location by measuring distances (ranging) from satellites positioned 20,183 km above the Earth.
- 'Range' denotes the distance measured in GPS terminology.
Passive System Characteristics
- GPS functions as a passive system; satellites transmit signals while receivers only receive.
- Unlimited users can access the GPS without straining the system.
Time and Signal Ranging
- GPS distances are calculated based on the speed of light (c) and elapsed time (t) between signal transmission and reception.
- A satellite clock records the signal's departure time; the receiver timestamps the arrival, aiding in distance calculation.
Control Points in GPS
- Satellites serve as control points, continuously moving; the GPS signal must relay time, position, atmospheric corrections, and satellite identification.
Navigation Code and Communication
- Information is transmitted using modulated carrier waves in the L-band (390 MHz - 1550 MHz), predominantly L1 (1575.42 MHz) and L2 (1227.60 MHz).
- The Navigation Code operates at a frequency of 50 Hz and is modulated into both L1 and L2 carriers.
Navigation Message Details
- The complete navigation message consists of 37,500 bits, broadcast at a rate of 50 bits per second, taking approximately 12.5 minutes to receive after a cold start.
GPS Time and Synchronization
- GPS Time (or GPST) is a precise time standard, maintained within 1 microsecond of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).
- Subframe 4 conveys time synchronization information to help align the receiver's clock with the satellite clock.
Atmospheric Correction
- Signals are analyzed for delays caused by atmospheric conditions, specifically by examining the L1 and L2 frequency propagation rates to remove part of the error.
Ionospheric Parameters
- Ionospheric model parameters include specific Alpha and Beta values, crucial for understanding signal propagation and error correction.
Antispoofing Mechanism
- Antispoofing measures, effective since 1993, involve encrypting signals and using a new M-code for enhanced security.
Almanac and Ephemerides
- The almanac contains ephemeris data, updated daily, enabling receivers to determine satellite positions for tracking.
P Code Characteristics
- The P code, which is encrypted as the P(Y) code for security, operates at 10.23 million bits per second and is renewed every 37 weeks.
C/A Code Features
- The civilian C/A code, functioning at 1.023 million bits per second, is unique to each satellite and broadcast on the L1 frequency, also repeated every millisecond.
SPS and PPS Services
- Standard Positioning Service (SPS) is delivered via the C/A code, while the Precise Positioning Service (PPS) utilizes the P code, which allows military users to apply ionospheric corrections for improved accuracy.
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