Space-based lever arm correction in navigational systems...

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2007-05-22

2007-05-22

Tarcza, Thomas H. (Department: 3662)

Communications: directive radio wave systems and devices (e.g.,

Directive

Including a satellite

C342S354000, C342S357490

Reexamination Certificate

active

11247641

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for estimating a lever arm correction between the wide beam antenna and the spot beam antenna in a navigational satellite system is disclosed. A prescribed satellite maneuver is used to increase the accuracy of the predicted satellite attitude in determining the lever arm, and lever arm corrections are provided to navigation receivers using curve fit coefficients to permit long range estimates and to minimize data transmission requirements.

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