Position, Navigation and Time (PNT) Technology for Radar and Command and Control Applications
An in-person event featuring John Fischer, VP Advanced R&D at Orolia
Sponsored by the AME Joint Chapter of the IEEE Syracuse Section and Microcom Sales, LLC
Recent advances in digital signal processing and semiconductor technology have changed the architecture and capabilities of traditional radar designs. Now, new developments in time and frequency distribution across networks, the miniaturization of atomic clocks, and advances in Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs) brings the next wave of innovation.
This presentation will describe these latest trends in Position, Navigation and Time (PNT) synchronization and how they apply to the radar and command and control applications. Picosecond level synchronization over network interfaces is now possible, revolutionizing the phased array antenna. “White Rabbit” technology, which can provide sub-nanosecond time synchronization and frequency syntonization over Ethernet networks, is changing the architecture of phased array antennas – providing a single connection for both clock sync and high-speed data. Precise network sync is also important on command and control networks as radars and weapon systems exchange precise position and navigation coordinates in real-time. For positioning and alignment of radars, the latest in Micro Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) and Hemispherical Resonating Gyros (HRGs) are enabling accurate azimuth gyrocompass alignment in minutes. Low phase noise ultra-stable oscillators are capable of operation in rugged environments.
This presentation is for both experienced systems engineers of radar systems and for novices interested in learning more about radar and command and control applications.
Please join us at 5:30pm for networking and light refreshments.
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- Date: 10 Apr 2023
- Time: 06:00 PM to 07:30 PM
- All times are (UTC-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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- SHERATON SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER
- 801 University Avenue
- Syracuse, New York
- United States 13210
- Building: FREE parking at the Sheraton Garage
- Room Number: Rachel's Restaurant, Private Dining Room
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- Co-sponsored by Jon Jackson, Microcom Sales, LLC (https://microcomsales.com/) Microcom Sales, LLC are manufacturer’s representatives servicing customers in RF, Microwave and Lightwave markets in New York, Pennsylvania and Connecticut.
- Starts 22 March 2023 03:00 PM
- Ends 10 April 2023 07:00 PM
- All times are (UTC-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
- No Admission Charge
Speakers
John Fischer – VP Advanced R&D, Orolia
Biography:
For almost 20 years, John Fischer has been working with global navigation satellite systems (GNSS), wireless, positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) and specialized systems for our customers at Orolia, now part of Safran Navigation & Timing. Prior to joining Orolia, he specialized in wireless telecom as a founding member of two startups: Aria Wireless in 1990 and Clearwire Technologies in 1997. At Clearwire, he served as Chief Technology Officer in creating wireless broadband equipment for Internet connectivity. Early in his career, John worked as a systems engineer in radar, EW and command and control systems. He graduated with a Masters and Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering and Computing Engineering from the State University of New York at Buffalo.
About Safran Navigation & Timing - www.safran-navigation-timing.com
Safran Navigation & Timing is a world leader in high-end crystal, rubidium, maser and integrated GPS/GNSS clocks, as well as related testing instrument technologies for space missions that rely on high precision atomic clock technology. Our portfolio of solutions and components is from Safran Electronics and Defense subsidiaries, including time servers, GNSS simulators, atomic clocks, gyroscopes, and inertial navigation systems. Combined, they offer Safran customers access to all the technology needed for resilient PNT data, with unparalleled support, and the brightest minds in the world working to hack the problems defense and critical infrastructure customers around the world face. When the integrity of your time and location data cannot be compromised, when the mission is critical, you can trust Navigation and Timing solutions from Safran to protect and ensure resilience.
Agenda
5:30pm - Refreshments and Networking
6-7pm - Presentation
7-7:30 - Questions and Discussion
Please note - This is an in-person event and registration is limited due to the constraints of the venue. If you register and find that you cannot attend, please cancel your registration so others will be able to attend. Questions? Send email with subject line "IEEE Orolia event" to m.taylor@ieee.org