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This report discusses satellite-based navigation systems, focusing on GPS, RTK, PPK, and A-GPS. Each system's functionality, accuracy, and applications are outlined, highlighting their importance in various fields such as surveying, agriculture, and urban navigation. The report emphasizes the advancements in positioning accuracy and reliability provided by these technologies.

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Satellite

This report discusses satellite-based navigation systems, focusing on GPS, RTK, PPK, and A-GPS. Each system's functionality, accuracy, and applications are outlined, highlighting their importance in various fields such as surveying, agriculture, and urban navigation. The report emphasizes the advancements in positioning accuracy and reliability provided by these technologies.

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Higher Institute of Technology

in the 10th of Ramadan City

Electrical engineering department

Satellite

Report About:

GPS , RTK , PPK , A-GPS


Submitted by:

Name: Ahmed Ashraf Ahmed Hamed


ID. No: 20213053
Group: (3)

Electrical Engineering Department, HTI

Supervised by:

Dr: Basel Mounir


Introduction

Satellite-based navigation systems have revolutionized how we determine


position, navigate, and synchronize time globally. Among these technologies, GPS,
RTK, PPK, and A-GPS play pivotal roles in various applications ranging from
everyday navigation to high-precision industrial tasks. This report explores each of
these systems and their unique characteristics.

1. GPS (Global Positioning System):

GPS is a satellite-based navigation system developed by the United States. It


provides location, velocity, and time information globally, using a constellation of
at least 24 satellites in medium Earth orbit.

• How it works:

GPS receivers calculate position by triangulating signals from multiple satellites.

• Accuracy:

Standard GPS provides accuracy within 3–10 meters.

• Applications:

Used in smartphones, vehicles, aviation, agriculture, and marine navigation.


2. RTK (Real-Time Kinematic):

RTK is an advanced GPS technique that enhances positioning accuracy by using


correction data from a base station.

• How it works:

A base station with a known location provides real-time correction signals to a


rover (mobile device) via a communication link. This reduces errors caused by
atmospheric distortion and satellite timing inaccuracies.

• Accuracy:

Achieves centimeter-level precision, making it suitable for high-accuracy


applications.

• Applications:

Widely used in surveying, construction, autonomous vehicles, and precision


farming.

3. PPK (Post-Processed Kinematic):

PPK is similar to RTK but processes data after collection instead of in real-time.

• How it works:

GPS data from a base station and a rover are logged and later processed to
calculate highly accurate positions.
• Accuracy:

Also achieves centimeter-level accuracy, like RTK.

• Advantages over RTK:

• No need for continuous communication between the base and rover.

• Ideal for areas with poor signal coverage.

• Applications:

Used in aerial mapping, drone surveys, and geological studies.

4. A-GPS (Assisted GPS):

A-GPS is an enhancement of standard GPS that improves the time-to-first-fix


(TTFF) and performance, particularly in urban or obstructed environments.

• How it works:

Combines satellite signals with data from cellular networks or internet servers to
provide faster and more reliable positioning.

• Advantages:

• Quicker positioning than standalone GPS.

• Better performance in challenging environments such as urban


canyons.

• Applications:

Commonly used in smartphones, wearables, and automotive systems.

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