A new differential positioning method using modulation correlation of signals of opportunity

Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) have become the positioning systems of choice for many applications. However, GNSS signals are susceptible to obstruction, interference and jamming. Therefore, to maximize robustness and integrity, it is necessary to employ a dissimilar positioning technolo...

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Main Authors: Webb, Toby A, Groves, Paul D, Cross, Paul A, Mason, Robert J, Harrison, Joseph H
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Amplitude modulation
Correlation
Frequency
Interference
Jamming
Position measurement
Radio navigation
Roads
Robustness
Satellite navigation systems
Signals of Opportunity
Sonar navigation
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Summary:Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) have become the positioning systems of choice for many applications. However, GNSS signals are susceptible to obstruction, interference and jamming. Therefore, to maximize robustness and integrity, it is necessary to employ a dissimilar positioning technology that can operate independently and back-up GNSS. One such technology exploits `signals of opportunity' - signals that are designed for purposes other than navigation. This paper presents a system that uses amplitude modulation (AM) radio broadcasts in the medium frequency (MF) band. At these frequencies, the predominant ground-wave propagation mode offers better coverage in remote areas and over sea than is achievable with higher frequency signals. The system is differential and operates by correlating modulation information between the reference and user receivers. A system of this form mitigates the deterioration in and around buildings encountered in prior systems and can provide absolute position using fewer signals than a system using only carrier phase. The system presented in this paper uses generalized cross correlation to obtain time difference of arrival measurements that are subsequently used for position determination. Preliminary results indicate the system provides a robust position solution. Moreover, the system offers the potential to be combined with carrier phase measurements to achieve enhanced performance, while the modulation correlation technique is readily extendable to other types of signal.
ISSN:2153-358X
2153-3598
DOI:10.1109/PLANS.2010.5507270