Next-generation Goddard multi-regime GNSS receiver

Completed TRL 4 (started at 1, targeting 4)

Description

Develop a prototype multi-GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite Systems) sensor to target a range of applications including small satellites and missions in various orbit regimes including Low Earth Orbit (LEO), Geostationary Orbit (GEO), and beyond out to lunar distance. The sensor will use flight-proven, high-sensitivity Navigator GNSS flight software and firmware running in a flexible, low Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) hardware platform.

Benefits

Support position, velocity, and time (PVT) navigation needs for various types of missions
Support missions in various orbit regimes including LEO, GEO, and beyond out to lunar distance
Provide autonomous navigation for various missions
Reduce operations cost for various missions

Details

Technology area	Communications, Navigation, and Orbital Debris Tracking and Characterization Systems
Program	Center Independent Research & Development: GSFC IRAD (GSFC IRAD)
Lead organization	Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD
Start date	2020-10-01
End date	2021-09-30

Project contacts

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Kendall D Mauldin — kendall.d.mauldin@nasa.gov
Lavida D Cooper — lavida.d.cooper@nasa.gov
Munther A Hassouneh — munther.hassouneh@nasa.gov

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