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Explore the advanced features of our hemispherical resonator gyroscope offering a breakthrough in the INS navigation grade market with operational efficiency. Home • Products • Inertial Navigation Systems • Geonyx ™ M-Code Geonyx™ M-Code Reliable strikes under any conditions Geonyx ™ M-Code PRODUCT | INERTIAL NAVIGATION SYSTEMS Consumption <17 W Pointing accuracy <0.5 mils MTBF >100,000 hours ANY QUESTIONS? GET QUOTE About Integrating the HRG Crystal™, Geonyx™ offers a real breakthrough in the INS navigation grade market in terms of operational efficiency, flexible systems integration, robustness, reliability, and M-Code resilience. Features Along with being able to receive copious amounts of data from the receiver, users can also control receivers with one or many of the built-in command buttons. Operational Efficiency First-of-class pointing accuracy under the harshest conditions, market’s shortest alignment time. Robustness and reliability Hard-mounted without external support, long lifetime supported by the reliable HRG Crystal™. Flexible systems integration Can be mounted on any orientation on devices. Withstands high shock due to being hard-mounted. M-Code resilience Safran Federal Systems has the latest M-Code solutions. Click to download the Geonyx ™ M-Code data sheet. VIEW DATA SHEET

What sets Safran apart is the exceptional performance, reliability, and accuracy of our inertial measurement unit sensors. View our hermetically sealed suite. Home • Products • Inertial Navigation Systems • STIM Hermetically Sealed Product Suite STIM Hermetically Sealed Product Suite High-End MEMS Gyro Market STIM Hermetically Sealed Product Suite PRODUCT | INERTIAL NAVIGATION SYSTEMS Weight < 0.13 lbs Size < 2.2 in³ Gyro bias instability 0.3 °/h Accelerometer bias instability 0.04 mg ANY QUESTIONS? GET QUOTE About What sets Safran apart is the exceptional performance, reliability, and high accuracy of our inertial measurement unit sensors. Our IMUs are designed to thrive in challenging environments, offering superior precision and robustness. With Safran’s IMU sensors, you can expect: Unparalleled in-run bias stability (IRBS) Compact and efficient form factors Superior weight-to-performance ratios Integrated auxiliary capabilities Whether you’re navigating complex aerospace systems or embarking on industrial ventures, Safran’s inertial measurement units are engineered to enhance your success. Click to download the Hermetically Sealed STIM data sheet. VIEW DATA SHEET VIEW EVALUATION TOOLS

Safran’s naval inertial navigation system offerings support small boat, ship and submarine applications, enhancing maritime precision and hours of operation. Home • Products • Inertial Navigation Systems • Naval Inertial Navigation Systems Naval Inertial Navigation Systems Safran’s naval inertial navigation system offerings support small boat, ship and submarine applications. Our product family offers navigation integrity with up to 360hrs of operation (1nM drift) and MTBF up to 200,000hrs. Browse Naval Products PRODUCT | Black-Onyx™ Submarine inertial navigation system Black-Onyx™ and Black-Onyx™ Dual Core inertial navigation system are designed for all kinds of oceanic class submarines. Thanks to the HRG Crystal™ inertial technology, these families offer the highest autonomous and stealthiest navigation performance ever reached in the market. BLACK-ONYX™ LEARN MORE PRODUCT | Geonyx-M™ Inertial navigation for amphibious vehicles and speed boats Geonyx™ is a land true-inertial navigation, target geolocation & artillery pointing system - designed for navigation, geolocation and equipment pointing. It can achieve a pointing accuracy of <0.5 mils thanks to HRG Crystal technology. It has quick and flexible alignment - even in GNSS denied environments. And it is the most compact, robust and reliable inertial navigation system on the market. GEONYX-M™ LEARN MORE PRODUCT | NAVKITE™ Land and Sea INS NAVKITE is a compact, hybrid navigation system that allows special forces to operate in GNSS-denied environments, combining Safran's GEONYX™ M inertial navigation system with the VersaSync® time/frequency platform. NAVKITE™ LEARN MORE PRODUCT | Argonyx™ Trustful navigation for surface vessels Designed for surface vessels, from patrol boats to aircraft carriers, Argonyx™ family provides accurate attitudes & precise localization for sensors stabilization & weapons alignment, even in full GNSS denied environments. ARGONYX™ LEARN MORE VIEW DATASHEET Use Cases for Inertial Navigation Systems Visit our PNT Library to learn more about how our INS systems can support the warfighter. VIEW WEBPAGE Land Vehicle Navigation in GNSS-Denied Environments for Defense Applications Equipment Pointing & Radar Directional Capabilities For Defense Applications Surface Vessel Navigation For Defense Applications Land Vehicle Navigation in GNSS-Denied Environments for Defense Applications 1/3

Safran Federal Systems offers advanced AI-driven geospatial intelligence solutions for defense and intelligence agencies. Home • Products • Artificial Intelligence Artificial Intelligence Built on the HyperReveal platform, Safran Federal Systems delivers cutting-edge AI-powered geospatial intelligence solutions for defense and intelligence entities. Our technology enables real-time detection, classification, and tracking of military objects of interest—accelerating the intelligence cycle and empowering faster, more informed decision-making. Browse Products PRODUCT | HYPERREVEAL TACTICAL HyperReveal Tactical Tactical Geospatial Artificial Intelligence System HyperReveal TACTICAL delivers cutting-edge AI-powered geospatial intelligence solutions for defense and intelligence entities. Its detectors offer the best performance on the market to detect, recognize, and identify military objects and man-made infrastructures, on both EO & SAR imagery. LEARN MORE PRODUCT | HYPERREVEAL SERVER HyperReveal Server A Unique AI/ML Solution Processing Full-Motion Video Pre-trained on operational data, HyperReveal SERVER AI/ML solution enables real-time processing of EO/IR FMV data to detect, classify, and track military objects of interest. LEARN MORE INQUIRE TODAY

Protect your PNT systems from GPS jamming and spoofing attacks with BroadSim GPS simulator. Defend against threats using software defined radio technology. Home • Applications • GPS Jamming and Spoofing GPS Jamming and Spoofing: Protect Your PNT Systems from Emerging Threats GPS jamming and spoofing attacks are a growing concern as the accessibility of software-defined radios (SDRs) has made these threats more widespread than ever before. In order to safeguard PNT systems from potential disruptions, it is crucial to conduct proactive testing against real-world interference. Understanding the Threats of GPS Jamming and Spoofing Attacks Interference in GPS systems, such as jamming and spoofing attacks, can pose serious threats to the reliability and security of navigation systems that rely on global navigation satellite systems. Spoofers can generate false signals that can mislead GPS receivers about their position, potentially leading to dangerous consequences. As these evolving threats continue to grow in sophistication, it is crucial for organizations to implement effective detection and mitigation strategies to protect their PNT systems and ensure the integrity of their GPS data. By understanding the potential impact of GPS jamming and spoofing , governments can better protect their critical infrastructure and uphold the reliability of accurate position data. What is the difference between GPS Jamming & Spoofing? Jamming involves the intentional interference with GPS signals, disrupting communication between satellites and receivers. This can result in inaccurate positioning data or a complete loss of signal. Spoofing involves the manipulation of GPS signals to deceive receivers into believing they are in a different location. Testing Against Real-World Interference Testing against real-world interference is crucial in ensuring the reliability and accuracy of GPS and GNSS systems. With the increasing threat of jamming and spoofing attacks, it is essential to detect and mitigate these interferences effectively. By replicating real-world environments and simulating simultaneous generation of jamming and GNSS signals, this mitigation technique can accurately assess the system's ability to withstand interference and ensure genuine signals are being received. This proactive testing approach is key to ensuring accurate position data and the uninterrupted functionality of PNT systems in the face of growing security challenges. Challenges & Limitations with Traditional Jamming Testing When it comes to traditional jamming testing for PNT systems, there are various challenges and limitations that organizations face. One of the main challenges is that traditional testing methods may be limited in their ability to accurately replicate real-world jamming scenarios, leading to potential gaps in assessing the resilience of GNSS signals. This highlights the need for more advanced technology to effectively protect PNT systems from the increasing threats of jamming and spoofing attacks. Users required to attach a separate signal generator for each interference waveform to be generated The number of interference sources is limited to the number of signal generators available Signal generators would need to be integrated into software or be operated real-time by an engineer Jamming power levels were determined based on what signal level was to be received at the receiver front end independent of the location of the simulated jammer or transmit power BroadSim : The Ultimate GNSS Jamming & Spoofing Simulator BroadSim is transforming GNSS testing by allowing simultaneous generation of jamming and spoofing GNSS signals— all within a single system, making it easier than ever to replicate complex real-world environments. With BroadSim, generate high-fidelity interference signals across multiple types, including Carrier Wave , Additive White Gaussian Noise (AWGN), IQ File Playback , and more . Featuring intuitive Skydel software control and 4 RF outputs, BroadSim supports multiple simultaneous constellations. Hundreds of interference signals can be generated with 1 RF output Each interference signal within 1 RF output can have different power levels, modulations, and locations Jamming can be turned on and off through the Skydel GUI and API during runtime Users can specify the location, power, and movement of jamming transmitters and BroadSim will calculate the received power at the receiver based on the location to the transmitted and user-selected loss model Enables users to create real-world threat scenarios to better support the warfighter A Look Inside BroadSim Jamming Scenario Jamming Scenario Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Our team developed a plugin to showcase BroadSim’s hardware-in-the-loop (HILT) and advanced jamming capabilities via the Kerbal Space Program (KSP) computer game. BroadSim generates and transmits the corresponding RF signals to a GNSS receiver and a spectrum analyzer , whose data is collected and plotted on the same screen. 6 red spheres appear in the flight space, each representing a jammer with a unique frequency, power level, and modulation. The aircraft nears a jammer made up of CW tones offset by 1MHz with varying power levels. The aircraft in the video is controlled through a joystick. The path of the actual flight is shown by the red trail . As the airplane is maneuvered, its real - time location is sent to BroadSim. The reported location of the receiver is shown by the green trace and the spectrum from the spectrum analyzer is shown in the lower right-hand corner (center at GPS L1). When the aircraft flies directly through the jammer, the receiver is jammed to the point that it cannot track the GNSS signals and begins to drift in a straight line away from the jamming source. Simultaneous simulation of GNSS signals across multiple constellations can be achieved leveraging the Skydel Simulation Engine , including advanced jamming and spoofing . LEARN MORE Securing Your PNT Systems from GPS Jamming and Spoofing Attacks Protecting your PNT systems from the evolving threats of GPS jamming and spoofing requires advanced testing capabilities against real-world interference. Testing is particularly important for critical applications such as aircraft navigation, where false location information could have disastrous consequences. By utilizing signal generators such as BroadSim , warfighters can simulate different types of GPS interference, including jamming and spoofing, to ensure that PNT systems remain secure in the face of evolving threats. Leveraging the use of M-code for classified testing environments can further provide a secure platform for assessing the capabilities of PNT systems under various threat scenarios. By staying proactive and implementing comprehensive strategies, warfighters can better understand the vulnerabilities of their systems to defending against GPS spoofing and jamming to maintain the integrity of their operations.

Bringing together precise timing capabilities of the VersaPNT & the navigation and pointing HRG technology of the GEONYX to excel in GNSS denied environments. Home • Products • Inertial Navigation Systems • Versa-Geonyx™ Versa-Geonyx™ Highly Accurate PNT for GPS Challenged Environments Versa-Geonyx™ PRODUCT | INERTIAL NAVIGATION SYSTEMS Pitch & Roll (RMS) 1 mils to 0.20 mils Size 6 L Weight resonator gyro GNSS-denied survival Unlimited Reliability (MTBF) > 100,000 ANY QUESTIONS? GET QUOTE About Many solutions in the market claim to operate in GNSS denied environments – Versa-GEONYX is purpose designed for operation in GNSS denied environments – it does not just operate in these environments, it excels. The Versa-GEONYX brings together the precise timing capabilities of the VersaPNT and the high performance navigation and pointing HRG technology of the GEONYX to provide a best- inclass, highly reliable, ruggedized navigation and timing solution. The Versa-GEONYX performs in even the harshest propagation environments. Key Features HRG Crystal™ technology Operate in a GNSS denied environment Pointing accuracy < 0.5 mils SAASM/M-Code Alternative Navigation Multi-GNSS synchronization GPS Jamming & Spoofing detection Mini Rubidium Oscillator Optimized SWAP MIL-STD-801, MIL-STD-461 PSPT - Portable Survivable Precision Time Clock VersaPNT Geonyx ™ PNT Resilience GNSS spoofing/jamming detection Flexible GNSS master clock and NTP/PTP time server Robust signal strength M-Code & Alternative Navigation Available Compact and ruggedized Low SWaP, Tested to MIL-STD-810G CH1 Operational Efficiency High precision navigation & pointing PNT Resilience Autonomous alignment without GNSS Robustness and reliability Optimized SWaP - MIL-STD-810 Click to download the Versa-Geonyx™ data sheet. VIEW DATA SHEET

Discover the ultimate onboarding checklist for a seamless BroadSim experience. Access tutorials and resources to enhance your onboarding checklist. Home • Support • BroadSim Onboarding Getting Started with BroadSim Learn how to use the Skydel Simulation Engine with our BroadSim line of products, from the moment you receive your package to setting up your first scenario. Onboarding and Tutorials Our onboarding series will help you learn more about your BroadSim device. BroadSim Onboarding: Getting Started Play Video Play Video 04:20 BroadSim Unboxing Tutorial Orolia Defense & Security Applications Engineer, Alaiya Tuntemeke-Winter, takes you through the process of unboxing your BroadSim. Learn more about BroadSim: 🔗https://www.oroliads.com/broadsim User Manual: 🔗https://owncloud.talen-x.com Play Video Play Video 06:22 BroadSim Setup Tutorial Follow along with Orolia Defense & Security applications engineer, Alaiya Tuntemeke-Winter, as she takes you through the process of setting up your new BroadSim. Learn more about BroadSim: 🔗https://www.oroliads.com/broadsim User Manual: 🔗https://owncloud.talen-x.com Play Video Play Video 07:36 BroadSim Operating System Overview Follow along with Orolia Defense & Security applications engineer, Joshua Prentice, as he takes you through our third onboarding video, which now covers our custom BroadSim operating system. Learn more about BroadSim: 🔗https://www.oroliads.com/broadsim User Manual: 🔗https://owncloud.talen-x.com Play Video Play Video 02:12 Skydel Automation This video gives an overview on Skydel's innovative automation panel. The Automation panel makes automating GNSS simulation an easy task by automatically recording everything that happens in the Skydel UI, and any commands issued through the API. These commands can then be edited, saved, and played back as a sequence, much like a macro.These commands can also be exported as a python script which you can modified instead of starting with a blank page for your automated tests. These features are designed to save time so you can spend more time on your own product development. Learn More: https://safran-navigation-timing.com/solution/skydel-advanced-gnss-simulation/ Play Video Play Video 06:08 Skydel Real-Time Performance Tutorial A tutorial on using the Real-Time Performance feature of the Skydel Simulation Engine. Learn more at https://www.orolia.com/solution/skydel-advanced-gnss-simulation/ BroadSim Onboarding: Advanced Territory Play Video Play Video 14:18 Advanced GNSS Spoofing Simulation Tutorial Contact us today to learn more or to add this capability to your BroadSim: sales@OroliaDS.com Discover the endless possibilities of spoofing testing. Advanced Spoofing is a powerful, intuitive tool that allows users to quickly create and automate a multitude of dynamic spoofing scenarios. This feature is available now with BroadSim, powered by the Skydel Simulation Engine. https://www.oroliads.com/broadsim #PNT #GNSS #GPS #Spoofing #BroadSim #Orolia --- Music: https://icons8.com/music/author/moroza-knozova Play Video Play Video 04:06 IQ File Scenario In our latest Support Tutorial, we walk you through the process, use cases, and benefits of using IQ Files within our Skydel Simulation Engine. For more information, visit https://www.orolia.com/skydel-onboarding/ Play Video Play Video 01:57 Terrain Modeling with BroadSim powered by Skydel Orolia Defense & Security Applications Engineer Supervisor, Jaemin Powell, gives a behind-the-scenes view of the new terrain modeling feature supported across our BroadSim platform. The example Jaemin gives directly correlates to a real-world scenario that can be completed in any type of field test as a more cost-effective alternative. Learn more about BroadSim: 🔗https://www.oroliads.com/broadsim Play Video Play Video 06:27 Wavefront Calibration Tutorial Thanks to the Skydel Simulation Engine, Skydel’s Wavefront Systems have eliminated the calibration inefficiencies by autonomously time, phase and power aligning the signals for you. Using real-time monitoring the CRPA signals are assured to be synchronized within 1° for the duration of the simulation. This continuous calibration is imperative to keep your signals aligned through temperature fluctuations on the wavefront system. Now you can focus on the more important tasks of testing, verifying, and validating your CRPA navigation system’s performance without calibration concerns. Check out this video to learn more about Skydel’s Wavefront Systems capabilities! The Next Generation of CRPA Testing Reimagined for the User: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ae3tzko3vac&list=PLIPe8ACXJUl3OPp_bCgEU_zxD9244Fkdl For more information, visit https://www.oroliads.com/ Skydel Resources What you need to get started, served up below. About Skydel Button Advanced Simulation with Modern, Software-based Flexibility. Fundamentals Course Button GNSS concepts, basic simulations, requirements, settings, outputs, and more. Advanced Certification Button Build your test engineering skills or level up your career with our free Skydel Certification courses. 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Explore our BroadSim Genesis Advanced NAVWAR simulator today! Experience unparalleled performance, flexibility, and with cost-effective GNSS/ GPS simulation. Home • Products • GNSS Testing & Simulation • BroadSim Genesis BroadSim Genesis Mission-Critical GNSS Simulation BroadSim Genesis PRODUCT | GNSS TESTING & SIMULATION Constellations & Sensors GPS Open, GPS Encrypted, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS, SBAS, NavIC, PULSAR, Alternative Navigation, Custom Signals, Custom Constellation M-Code AES, SDS, MNSA, approved by SMC Production Corps. Simulation 1000 Hz simulation iteration rate, advanced jamming and spoofing capabilities, live sky synchronization. System Custom Linux OS, low-latency HIL, flexible licensing & upgradability, comprehensive & intuitive API, IQ file generation ANY QUESTIONS? GET QUOTE About Safran Federal System’s BroadSim Genesis represents the next generation of advanced GNSS/GPS simulation, building on the legacy of the BroadSim. As part of Safran’s Skydel-based simulator family, it delivers expert-level positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) testing in a powerful yet intuitive turnkey solution. Applications Whether you’re developing next-gen systems, conducting NAVWAR testing, or integrating multi-vehicle and multi-antenna setups, BroadSim Genesis provides the high fidelity and scalability needed for mission-critical applications. Advanced GNSS/GPS Simulation with NAVWAR Capabilities Powered by a high-performance GPU, BroadSim Genesis is designed to meet the demands of today’s most complex and dynamic Navigation Warfare (NAVWAR) testing scenarios. It features six high-quality front-facing RF outputs, supporting full GNSS bandwidth coverage. With a 1000 Hz simulation iteration rate, support for high dynamics, real-time synchronization, and all-in-view satellite simulation, it sets the standard for performance and precision. BroadSim Genesis is redefining GNSS simulation with unmatched flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and rapid development cycles. Powered by Safran’s Skydel simulation engine and commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software-defined radios (SDRs), it delivers high-performance GNSS signal generation at a fraction of the cost of traditional industry solutions. Next Generation of GNSS Simulation By enabling simulation of military and multi-constellation signals on scalable COTS hardware, BroadSim Genesis offers exceptional value, accelerates time to market, and ensures adaptability for evolving test needs. Quad Frequency NAVWAR Support: Simultaneously simulates four GNSS frequency bands with integrated jamming and all-in-view spoofing capabilities that are critical for testing resiliency. 2000+ Signal Performance: GEO, MEO, or LEO BroadSim Genesis provides the GPU power to simulate it all. Military GPS Simulation: Facilitates secure and effective MGUE testing with Y-Code or M-Code (AES, MNSA, or SDS), ideal for classified testing environments. Safran Federal Systems is the trusted A- PNT mission partner to U.S. government and defense organizations, from the lab to the field. RESOURCES Advanced Spoofing Tutorial Button Learn how to quickly create and automate a multitude of dynamic spoofing scenarios using BroadSim. Flex Power Application Note Button Learn how to automatically adjust the signal power of any code type for the satellites in your scenario. Ultra-Low Latency News Announcement Button Learn how we made limit-defying real-time performance happen with an ultra-low latency of 5ms Click to download the BroadSim data sheets. VIEW DATA SHEET VIEW PRODUCT LINE

When engineers use Panorama for analyzing receiver data they spend more time looking at plots and making decisions, instead of making plots and writing reports. Home • Products • GNSS Testing & Simulation • Panorama Panorama Visual Analysis Tool for GNSS Receiver Data Panorama PRODUCT | GNSS TESTING & SIMULATION Data Sources Designed for log files generated by PANACEA and RxStudio View Data Generates plots for receivers, scenarios, and sum ANY QUESTIONS? GET QUOTE About Panorama is the flagship tool when it comes to analyzing receiver data. When engineers use Panorama they spend more time looking at plots and making decisions, instead of making plots and writing reports. Panorama takes receiver data (.csv files) from PANACEA and RxStudio (other ODS products) and turns it into over 60 engineering plots ready to view at the click of your mouse. These plots give engineers and analysts the ability to view summary level data, head to head comparisons, receiver specific results, and 3D LLA replays using STK. PANACEA and Panorama provide a cohesive data collection and reporting capability that enables testers to show the data in real-time providing after action reporting near instantly. Data Sources Panorama is a tool that is used to view and analyze GNSS receiver output data. Panorama was designed specifically to take the log files that PANACEA and RxStudio generate and turn them into engineering plots. Panorama allows users to place receiver data anywhere on their machine. Easily input multiple data sources from various locations on your machine. Panorama will automatically populate using the default file directories. Automatically Generate Reports Panorama supports automatic report generation for scenarios and specific receivers. With 1 click of the mouse, you can generate hundreds of reports that provide detailed descriptions of the scenario and corresponding plots. When you click to automatically generate scenario reports, two reports for each scenario will be generated: Scenario Description Report and Scenario Plot Report. Scenario Description Report Scenario Description Report The scenario description report provides the actual data entries for paramaters such as: Scenario name, notes, duration, truth source, timelines, motion profile, LLA, GPS constellation, constellation (almanac, ephemeris, time, code), jamming, events and more. This report can be used as an example to show others how to create this exact scenario and how to configure and test the UUT’s in the same configuration. Scenario Plot Report The scenario plot report provides the plots (not numbers) within the PDF for the following: # SVs used, # SVs locked, position error, velocity error, pulse error, absolute pulse error, ET position error, 3D LLA, log map, slope of date/time, and fix statistics. These plot reports are excellent for decision making and for analyzing how the receiver performed in different scenarios. PLOT INFO Summary Plots The summary plots tab allows users to view parameters such as average number of SVs used, average position error, time to first fix and many more at a test plan level (where scenario data is aggregated together). While viewing the summary plots tab, users can easily flip views to look at specific receivers, scenarios, test plans or even suites. ✔ Average # of SVs Used ✔ Average # of SVs Locked ✔ Average Position Error ✔ Average Velocity Error ✔ Average Pulse Error ✔ Average Date ✔ Percent Frames Received ✔ Percent under Threshold ✔ Percent of Time Fixed ✔ Percent of Frames Fixed ✔ Time of First Fix ✔ Time of First Loss ✔ Time of Last Fix Scenario Plots The scenario plots tab goes one step deeper to view receivers under test for a specific scenario. Scenario plots provide side by side comparisons for all of the units under test both in performance and vulnerabilities. Data outputs include fix statistics, 3D LLA, frame time error and much more. ✔ Number of SVs Used ✔ Number of SVs Locked ✔ Position Error ✔ Velocity Error ✔ Pulse Error ✔ Absolute Pulse Error ✔ ET Position Error ✔ 3D LLA ✔ Log Map ✔ Map ✔ Fix Statistics ✔ Date ✔ Slope of GPS Time ✔ Slope of UTC Time ✔ Frame Time Error Receiver Plots The receiver plots tab allows for the deepest dive where engineers can analyze one specific receiver for a specific scenario. Plots of DOP, C/No used, SV elevation and various others can be seen under the receiver plots tab. ✔ Number Used/Locked ✔ Position Error ✔ Velocity Error ✔ Position Error Estimate ✔ Pulse Error ✔ Absolute Pulse Error ✔ ET Position Error ✔ DOP ✔ C/No Used ✔ C/No All ✔ Track State Used ✔ Track State All ✔ Code Type Used ✔ Code Type All ✔ Frequency Used ✔ Frequency All ✔ Range Residuals - Line ✔ Range Residuals - Heat ✔ Sky Plot ✔ SV Elevation ✔ SV Azimuth ✔ Date ✔ UTC/GPS Time Comparison Click to download the Panorama data sheet. VIEW DATA SHEET

This whitepaper explains the importance of simulation in response to new constellations, the benefits of developing a test environment alongside the development of the constellations, and how a flexible system is best equipped for the advent of new LEO constellations... LEO PNT: Developing Simulation Environments Alongside New LEO Constellations Copy DOWNLOAD PDF By Alaiya Tuntemeke-Winter As more technology utilizes satellites for PNT information, it is integral to develop ways to test the functionality of PNT systems before they are deployed. It has become increasingly useful to develop a test environment for LEO constellations alongside the development of the constellations themselves. A flexible simulation system that can evolve is best equipped for the advent of new LEO constellations. Developing simulation hand in hand with developing the constellation itself has several advantages. Simulation can be implemented at various stages of the process. By developing new constellations and simulation simultaneously, the PNT system can be thoroughly tested before the satellites are deployed. This can further streamline the process between the developers of the constellation and the receivers with quick feedback loops to assist in the design. It can lead to increased communication with the receiver developers and give more insight in addition to modeling. It also means that simulation capability can be available along with the introduction of the constellation itself. In the past, there have been instances of the constellation being deployed but there being few ways for the receiver manufacturers to test their solutions, slowing down the development process. By testing using simulation, developers can test functionality early in the development process, rather than awaiting deployment of the constellation for the chance to field test; receivers and systems can be tested during development for common problem scenarios, such as GPS denied environments via canyons or other outages as well as other types of vulnerabilities. This can give developers a head-start in vetting potentially unforeseen issues the receiver may experience using the new constellation. After implementation simulation can be used to repeat any problems encountered in field tests for faster and more effective testing. Fixes can be implemented in a lab setting before going out again for field testing. This can save time and resources, as there is no need to go all the way to the field test stage every time a problem arises or to test a fix. Using a simulation test bed helps to speed up the development process and to save time and money throughout. Developing simulation alongside the development of the constellation gives simulators the time they need for the capability to be ready when the constellation deploys. If simulation development does not begin until after the constellation is deployed, the development of receivers that can use the new constellation data may be slowed by the inability to test and collect data. Some types of simulators take more time to develop the ability to simulate new constellations, as they may need to develop new software, hardware, or a combination of both. Parallel development of the new constellation and the simulation test bed allows for both simulation capability and constellation availability to time align in the development process. The BroadSim product line provides a dynamic simulator within its software-defined architecture. It is “future-proof” as it can grow and change with new constellations or changes in old ones. It also takes advantage of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) products to increase system performance. This means two things; one, rather than focusing on hardware improvements, the engineers can focus on the simulation side of the system. Two, upgrade cycles are possible more frequently. BroadSim provides open-source libraries and plug-ins to increase the capability of their simulation solution. One major benefit of software-defined simulation systems regarding LEO constellations is that the GPU can handle the generation of more signals than a traditional FPGA-driven simulation solution. This is because in a true software-defined system there are no fixed hardware channels limiting the number of signals that can be generated. This is especially relevant in LEO constellations as there are more satellites in LEO orbit than there are in the GNSS constellations that have been simulated in the past. Another benefit is that if the limit is ever reached, a GPU can simply be added, and the same simulation tool can continue to be used. This leads to another benefit – the flexibility of the system. New constellations can be incorporated with software instead of additional hardware. This means when new constellations are complete, developers can access those new constellations with a mere software update. Software-defined simulators evolve to support LEO constellations and more rapid development. How simulation can aid development Examples of software-defined simulation in BroadSim BroadSim is an example of this flexibility in motion. With BroadSim, new constellations and signals become available in the tool as they are introduced or are more commonly used in receivers, such as QZSS, BeiDou, and M-Code. Simulators allow users to thoroughly test how receivers or whole systems work during specific scenarios, giving them the ability to see all-in-sky satellites and terrain effects, and provide refresh rates that translate into real-time processing for fast-moving applications. This makes it possible to test acquisition time, view relative receiver power data, and collect other relevant data to further development, as well as automate commands to speed up testing. The flexibility of the system is demonstrated by its proven ability to simulate existing LEO constellations. Using BroadSim powered by Skydel, there are multiple built-in ways to create LEO constellations. One such way is using BroadSim’s plug-in tool, which has already seen success. This tool allows users to develop features and integrate them into the BroadSim user interface and real-time simulation engine. BroadSim also provides the ability to modify existing constellations with custom signals and the addition of data sets to manipulate orbital and ephemeris data. In the future, a growing list of constellations will become available for selection within the tool. Orolia Defense & Security is integrating new constellations today, and can help do the same for yours. BroadSim Simulation In conclusion, developing simulation capability alongside the development of constellations is to the advantage of the engineer who will be able to test without delay. Those simulators can aid in the design process by allowing rapid testing and development, speeding up time to market, and increasing cost savings by reducing field test cycles and hours. Software-defined simulators are more equipped to handle LEO constellations. They are not limited in the number of signals they can produce via hardware; they are agile in that they can increase available constellations and capability without needing any hardware upgrades. New features and constellations are available with just a software upgrade, and the user community can create new ways to use the tool using open-source plug-ins to meet their needs. BroadSim already has initial support for LEO simulation using the plugin tool and Orolia is actively taking inquiries from users and providers to partner with them and integrate their solution. DOWNLOAD PDF

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