GPS IIIA

Abstract

GPS IIIA is the next generation space vehicle supporting the Navstar GPS constellation. GPS IIIA space vehicles will deliver significant enhancements, including a new L1C (civil) Galileo-compatible signal, enhanced M-code Earth Coverage power, and a growth path to full warfighter capabilities. GPS IIIA is in the Production & Deployment Phase. Funds in this PE for GPS IIIA will support research, development, test and evaluation of two GPS IIIA space vehicles and associated simulators through a structured systems engineering approach that matures and delivers space vehicles for launch. The program includes capability maturation and risk reduction efforts to address and mitigate program cost (Capability Insertion Program (CIP)), schedule and technical challenges. Additionally the program also includes engineering studies and analyses, trade studies, system development, test and evaluation efforts, integrated logistics support products, on orbit support, and mission operations in support of civil applications necessary to support efforts to protect U.S. military and allies' use of GPS.

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Document Details

Document Type
Project
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2012
Source ID
67A019_0305265F_7_3600_PB_2012

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Fields of Study

  • Computer science

Readers

  • Aerospace Engineering.
  • Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Satellites

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