GPS III

Abstract

GPS III is the next generation space vehicle supporting the GPS constellation. GPS III space vehicles will deliver significant enhancements, including a new civil (L1C) Galileo-compatible signal, enhanced anti-jam power, and a growth path to full warfighter capabilities. GPS III Satellite Vechiles (SV's) 03 - 08 are in the Production & Deployment Phase. Funds in this project are for GPS III SV's 01 - 08 and will support research, development, test and evaluation of two GPS III space vehicles (01 and 02) 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 (Capability Insertion Program (CIP)) to affordably develop follow-on performance parameters for example as part of reducing the cost to orbit, CIP will include dual launch initiatives to support 2 (two) SV's launching on 1 (one) launch vehicle. Additionally, the program includes engineering studies and analyses, trade studies, system development, test and evaluation efforts, integrated logistics support products, on-orbit support, and mission operations supporting civil applications that protect U.S. military and allies' use of GPS. Funds in this PE for GPS III SV's 09 and beyond include the "advanced component development and prototype" engineering and development for full GPS III warfighter capabilities and system development and design post-PDR.

Document Details

• Document Type: Project
• Publication Date: Oct 01, 2013
• Source ID: 67A019_0305265F_7_3600_PB_2013

Tags

Readers

• Aerospace Engineering.

Technology Areas

• Space