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What is the fundamental characteristic of a hyperbola in position fixing?
What is the fundamental characteristic of a hyperbola in position fixing?
- It consists of a single curved line.
- It has only one focus.
- The difference in distances to the two foci is constant. (correct)
- The distance to both foci is constant.
Which systems utilize hyperbolas for determining position?
Which systems utilize hyperbolas for determining position?
- Loran-C type systems. (correct)
- GPS systems.
- Inertial navigation systems.
- Celestial navigation systems.
How does the receiver determine its position using hyperbolic navigation systems?
How does the receiver determine its position using hyperbolic navigation systems?
- By calculating the distance to a single transmitter.
- By measuring the time difference between signals from two ground stations. (correct)
- By triangulating using three satellite signals.
- By analyzing the angle of incoming signals.
What effect does the geometry of intersecting hyperbolae have on position accuracy?
What effect does the geometry of intersecting hyperbolae have on position accuracy?
Which factor can reduce the accuracy of Time Difference of Arrival (TDOA) measurements?
Which factor can reduce the accuracy of Time Difference of Arrival (TDOA) measurements?
What approach can improve the accuracy of position determination in hyperbolic navigation?
What approach can improve the accuracy of position determination in hyperbolic navigation?
What causes ambiguity in hyperbolic navigation systems?
What causes ambiguity in hyperbolic navigation systems?
Which statement accurately describes hyperbolic navigation systems?
Which statement accurately describes hyperbolic navigation systems?
In the context of hyperbolic navigation, what does TDOA stand for?
In the context of hyperbolic navigation, what does TDOA stand for?
What technique can significantly enhance TDOA measurement precision?
What technique can significantly enhance TDOA measurement precision?
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Basic Principles of Terrestrial Navigation Systems
- Hyperbolic Position Fixing: Involves a geometric figure formed by intersecting a plane with a cone, creating a hyperbola defined by two foci.
- Characteristics of Hyperbolas:
- Resembles two curved branches (bows).
- Constant difference in distances from any point on the hyperbola to the two foci.
- Application in Navigation: Hyperbolic systems, like Loran-C, use properties of hyperbolas to determine receiver position through synchronized radio signals from multiple ground stations.
Mechanism of Hyperbolic Navigation
- Time Difference Measurement (TDOA): The navigation receiver measures the time difference for signals from two ground stations to determine their spatial relationship.
- Hyperbolic Curve Generation: The measured time difference corresponds to a specific distance difference, forming a hyperbola.
- Position Fixing with Multiple Hyperbolae: At least two pairs of transmitters needed; each pair creates a hyperbola, and their intersection yields the receiver's exact position.
Accuracy and Key Considerations
- Factors Influencing Accuracy:
- The geometry of intersecting hyperbolae affects position accuracy.
- The quality of TDOA measurements influences precision; errors can arise from baseline length, signal strength, multipath propagation, and ionospheric effects.
- Ambiguities in Position Determination:
- Long baselines may cause pronounced ambiguities.
- Low signal strength and multipath propagation distort measurements.
- Ionospheric conditions further complicate signal propagation and accuracy.
Strategies for Improving Accuracy
- Use of Additional Transmitters: Incorporating more than three transmitters provides multiple lines of position (LOPs), reducing ambiguity and enhancing accuracy.
- Refined TDOA Measurement Techniques: Differential methods, like differential Loran-C, increase measurement precision and minimize ambiguities.
- Advanced Signal Processing Techniques: Utilize ionospheric correction methods and real-time monitoring to counteract atmospheric effects on signals.
- Adaptive Signal Processing: Techniques to address issues like multipath propagation contribute to improved accuracy in position determination.
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