A1/2: Signals of Opportunity

Time:
Monday, June 2, 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Monday, June 2, 10:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Location: Ballroom B

This course covers space-based radio frequency (RF) signals that were not designed or intended to be used for PNT. Principles of operation with Signals of Opportunity (SoOP) will be presented along with benefits and drawbacks of the incorporation of SoOP into a PNT solution. Position and timing solutions will be reviewed for stationary and dynamic users, including measurement types and quality, dominant error sources, geometry considerations, and expected PNT performance.

Dr. Frank van Graas is a Research Professor of Electrical Engineering in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT). He performs research with the Autonomy & Navigation Technology (ANT) Center in the areas of Global Navigation Satellite Systems, signal processing, and integrated navigation systems. Before joining AFIT in 2022, he served on the faculty of Ohio University since 1988. He authored or co-authored over 200 publications and two patents. He is a Fellow, past president and current treasurer of the Institute of Navigation.