Global Differential GPS System

Technical Exchanges

With nearly 60 GPS engineers and scientists, JPL is one of the biggest GPS and GNSS R&D laboratories in the world. We offer unparalleled expertise in nearly all aspects of GPS technology and applications.

Our track record of innovations and leadership in GPS technology demonstrates our ability to solve the hardest problems in satellite navigation, positioning, and timing.

Areas of Expertise

Engineering Development

Custom GNSS system design, receiver development, and advanced algorithm implementation for specialized applications.

Technical Assistance

Expert guidance on GPS/GNSS system integration, performance optimization, and troubleshooting.

Environmental Monitoring

GNSS-based solutions for atmospheric sensing, ionospheric monitoring, and natural hazard detection.

Situational Assessment

Real-time positioning and monitoring systems for disaster response and critical infrastructure applications.

Precise Positioning

Sub-centimeter positioning solutions using advanced PPP techniques and real-time correction services.

Orbit Determination

Satellite orbit analysis, prediction, and determination using JPL's world-leading GipsyX/RTGx software.

Our Track Record

  • Deep Space Navigation: Pioneering GPS/GNSS applications for spacecraft navigation
  • Global Tracking Networks: Design and operation of worldwide GNSS monitoring systems
  • Real-time Processing: Development of high-accuracy real-time orbit and clock determination
  • Advanced Algorithms: Innovation in precise point positioning and ambiguity resolution
  • Multi-constellation GNSS: Integration of GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, and QZSS
  • Scientific Applications: Earthquake detection, tsunami monitoring, atmospheric science

Contact Us

Please contact us to discuss your special needs for:

  • Engineering development and system design
  • Technical assistance and consulting
  • Environmental monitoring solutions
  • Situational assessment systems
  • Precise positioning services
  • Orbit determination and analysis

Contact: Attila Komjathy
Group Supervisor
Jet Propulsion Laboratory