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MARCH 3, 2021

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BAE Systems to develop advanced GPS chips for warfighters

BAE Systems has received a $247 million contract from the U.S. Space Force’s Space and Missile Systems Center to design and manufacture an advanced military GPS receiver and next-generation semiconductor.

Hexagon partners with Navantia for Spanish Navy combat system

Navantia has selected Luciad — Hexagon’s platform for building advanced location intelligence and real-time situational awareness applications — to equip the combat system of five future F-110 frigates for the Spanish Navy.

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Orolia schedules ‘Coffee Talk’ on PNT Executive Order

Orolia will host an interactive Coffee Talk webinar on March 24 to explore the latest developments in the national initiative to protect U.S. critical infrastructure from GPS/GNSS jamming, spoofing and interference.

SPH Engineering’s UgCS software now supports Velos UAV helicopter

The Velos UAV helicopter has passed field tests to become the first single-rotor helicopter supported by UgCS software, according to UgCS maker SPH Engineering.

Verizon to acquire autonomous navigation company incubed IT

Verizon has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire incubed IT, the creator of a software platform providing autonomous navigation tools.

GMV takes part in European GEODE military project

Spain-based GMV is taking responsibility for integration of the GNSS/PRS receiver system for the European Union’s GEODE project.

Russian UAV maker launches new VTOL drone

Zala Aero Group unveiled the ZX1, a new hybrid unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), at the 2021 International Defense Industry Exhibition and Conference.

Trimble SX12 total station adds features for tunneling

Trimble has introduced its SX12 Scanning Total Station, the next iteration of its 3D scanning total station that provides fast and efficient data capture for surveying, engineering and geospatial professionals.

Telit offers first L1+L5 module under collaboration with Sony

Telit has launched the SE868SY-D multi-frequency, high-precision GNSS receiver module for applications that require high accuracy, fast updates, multi-constellation support and multipath resistance.

FROM THE MAGAZINE

View the latest digital edition of GPS World magazine

Editorial Advisory Board PNT Q&A: GPS in popular culture

What is your pet peeve about how GPS/GNSS is portrayed or discussed in the media and popular culture? Industry leaders share their thoughts.

Research Roundup: Advanced high-precision GNSS

Of the hundreds of papers researchers presented at the Institute of Navigation’s annual ION GNSS+ conference, which took place virtually Sept. 21–25, five focused on advanced technologies in high-precision GNSS.

UPCOMING WEBINAR

Collecting Remote Asset Locations Using GNSS, GIS Apps and Laser Offset Mapping

Date: March 25
Sponsored content by: Laser Technology Inc.

Summary: Map more, move less. By combining laser rangefinders with your GNSS receiver, smart device and preferred GIS mapping app, you can collect remote assets safely and efficiently. Learn about the different mapping workflows and the offset position accuracies you can achieve with equipment you already own.

Speakers:
• Derrick Reish, Senior Product Manager, Laser Technology Inc.
• Mike George, GISP, sUAS, GIS Director, Project Manager, DDSI Global

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