Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS
Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS
GNSS positioning on planet Earth
GNSS positioning with development of customized, high precision and secure GNSS receivers and GNSS antennas for specific applications that process signals from Galileo, GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou and SBAS on multiple frequency bands.

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Precise GNSS receivers

Customised solutions for your requirements

In a world where precision and reliability are becoming increasingly important, our GNSS receivers offer the ideal solution for applications that require pinpoint positioning and timing. Whether for smartphone navigation, autonomous driving or smart city applications, GNSS receivers have become indispensable. They make it possible to obtain the optimum position and time information anytime and anywhere.

Fraunhofer IIS develops customised receiver solutions that are specifically tailored to your requirements. We utilise all available satellite navigation signals such as Galileo, GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou and SBAS in the multi-frequency range to ensure precise and reliable positioning. Our GOOSE receiver development platform forms the basis on which we develop new systems and optimise existing solutions. This enables us to guarantee you precise, reliable and future-proof positioning and timing at all times - customised precisely to your needs.

Experience the future of navigation with our advanced GNSS receivers, which not only provide you with precise data, but also give you the decisive advantage you need to be successful in your industry.

What do precise GNSS receivers have to offer?

Our advanced GNSS receivers are designed to meet your most demanding requirements and help you realise your projects with the highest precision and efficiency. Find out more about how our advanced technology provides you with centimetre-accurate positioning, advanced error correction without a base station and fast, secure data that is robust against interference. Let us convince you of the advantages our GNSS receivers can offer for your application:

Error Correction without Base Station

Thanks to innovative correction methods such as SSRZ, you can achieve positions accurate to the centimetre - without the need for a base station. This advanced technology gives you maximum flexibility and precision, even in remote areas or for mobile applications.

Robust under difficult Conditions

Rely on reliable positioning even in challenging environments such as dense forests or at high accelerations, e.g. in rockets.

Maximum Precision and Reliability

Obtain centimetre-accurate positions that are essential for applications with the highest demands on precision and integrity.

Our Service Offer

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Consulting and Requirements Analysis

  • Consulting: We compare GNSS receivers and recommend the best solution for your needs.
  • Requirements Analysis: We determine your specific requirements and develop customised GNSS solutions for your precise applications.

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Hardware Development

  • ASIC Development: Development of analogue, mixed-signal and digital ASICs for GNSS receivers.
  • Multi-band Front-ends: Development and integration of multi-band front-ends for GNSS receivers.
  • Integrated GNSS Receivers: Production and integration of high-precision GNSS receivers.

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Simulation

  • GNSS Simulators: Multi-band, multi-system signals (GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou) incl. regional and SBAS systems (QZSS, WAAS, EGNOS) with generated inertial test signals
  • Multi-path Simulation: Simulation of up to 150 signals for extensive tests
  • Hybrid Simulation: Combination of GNSS and 5G for innovative testing options

Test Environments and mobile Measurement Solutions

  • Dynamic Test Environment: Rail reference system for GNSS-independent mm-accurate real-time ground truth
  • Mobile Measurement Laboratory L.I.N.K. Mobil: Location-independent tests with high-end reference receivers and INS coupling for precise ground truth

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Development and Customisation of GNSS Solutions

  • Customised GNSS Solutions: Development of customised GNSS solutions for your needs.
  • Commercial GNSS Components: Use of proven commercial GNSS components for reliable, cost-effective solutions.
  • Customisation of RTKLIB: Special adaptations of the RTKLIB software for cost-effective, high-precision GNSS receivers.

Where do precise GNSS receivers offer a benefit?

Our customised GNSS solutions are used in a wide range of industries and projects that require maximum precision and reliability. Here are some of the areas in which we are active:

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Aviation and Aerospace

A GOOSE© platform for AFTS and precise orbit insertion.

Implementations

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Shipping

(Partially) autonomous navigation of ships on inland canals: Strengthening the harbours at the end of branch canals can significantly reduce traffic on land.

Implementations

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Rail Transport

Precise track positioning for autonomous driving on the railway.

Implementations

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Agriculture and Forestry

Sustainable and efficient: How improved positioning in agriculture and forestry can lead to soil-conserving and efficient management.

Implementations

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Automotive

Precise GNSS position data in real time for applications in the automotive industry.

Implementations

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Emergency Services

Galileo PRS provides a green wave for special-purpose vehicles.

 

 

 

Implementations

Publications

Overbeck, M.; Garzia, F.; Strobel, C.; Nickel, C.; Saad, M.; Meister, D.; Felber, W. (2016): GNSS-Receiver with open interface for deeply coupling and vector tracking, in: Institute of Navigation (ION), Satellite Division, Washington/DC: 29th International Technical Meeting of the Satellite Division of The Institute of Navigation, ION GNSS+ 2016. Proceedings: Sept. 12-16, 2016, Oregon Convention Center, Portland, Oregon; Fairfax/Va.: ION, 2016, S. 1222-1229.

Garzia, F.; Strobel, C.; Overbeck, M.; Kumari, N.; Joshi, S.; Förster, F.; Felber, W. (2016): A multi-frequency multi-constellation GNSS development platform with an open interface, in: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), European Navigation Conference (ENC), Helsinki, Finland, S. 49-55, DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/euronav.2016.7530569.

Overbeck, M.; Garzia, F.; Popugaev, A.; Kurz, O.; Förster, F.; Felber, W.; Ayaz, A.S.; Ko, S.; Eissfeller, B. (2015): GOOSE - GNSS Receiver with an Open Software Interface, in: Institute of Navigation (ION), Manassas/Va.; Institute of Navigation (ION), Satellite Division, Washington/DC, 28th international technical meeting of the Satellite Division of The Institute of Navigation, ION GNSS+ 2015. Proceedings: Sept. 14 - 18, 2015, Tampa Convention Center, Tampa, Florida Manassas/Va.: ION, S. 3662-3670.

Garzia, F.; Köhler, S.; Urquijo, S.; Neumaier, P.; Driesen, J.; Haas, S.; Leineweber, T.; Zhang, T.; Krause, S.; Henkel, F.; Rügamer, A.; Overbeck, M.; Rohmer, G. (2014): Multi-Constellation. Dual-Frequency. Single-chip. Fully integrated NAPA Receiver brings mass-market potential, in: GPS World 25, Nr. 9, S. 28-37.

Garzia, F.; Köhler, S.; Urquijo, S.; Neumaier, P.; Driesen, J.; Haas, S.; Leineweber, T.; Zhang, T.; Krause, S.; Henkel, F.; Rügamer, A.; Overbeck, M.; Rohmer, G. (2014): NAPA: A fully integrated multi-constellation two-frequency single-chip GNSS Receiver, in: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE); Aerospace and Electronic Systems Society (AESS); Institute of Navigation (ION), Manassas/Va.: IEEE/ION Position, Location and Navigation Symposium, PLANS 2014, Proceedings. Vol.2, Monterey, California, USA, S.1075-1083, DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/PLANS.2014.6851476.

Rügamer, A.; Urquijo, S.; Eppel, M.; Milosiu, H.; Görner, J.; Rohmer, G. (2012): An Integrated Overlay Architecture Based Multi-GNSS Front-end, in: Proceedings of IEEE/ION PLANS 2012, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina , S. 50-59.

Rügamer, A.; Mongrédian, C; Urquijo, S.; Rohmer, G. (2011): Optimal path-control for dual-frequency overlay GNSS receivers, in: International Conference on Localization and GNSS (ICL-GNSS), Tampere,  S. 158-163, doi: 10.1109/ICL-GNSS.2011.5955255.

Rügamer, A.; Urquijo, S.; Rohmer, G. (2010): Multi-band GNSS Front-end Architecture Suitable for Integrated Circuits, in: Proceedings of the 2010 International Technical Meeting of The Institute of Navigation, San Diego, CA, S. 688-697.