Use of an Acoustic Network as an Underwater Positioning System

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Abstract:

Underwater acoustic networks provide an interface between UUVs and surface or land-based control systems. By exploiting range data measured incidental to communications on these networks it is possible to perform underwater positioning similar to that of the satellite-based GPS program. In this thesis, several algorithms for generating position fixes from these range data are implemented, tested, and evaluated with synthetic data. The algorithms are then applied to data obtained during operations at sea.

Author(s):
Reed, Michael S.
Author Organization(s):
NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CA
Descriptive Note:
Master's thesis
Supplementary Note:
The original document contains color images.
Pagination:
0087

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Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited. This Document Is Not Available From Dtic In Microfiche.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Monitor Series:
NPS
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_1.2.7_Experimentation; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_4.6_Engineering; JCA_1.2.3_Educating; JCA_1.2.5_Lessons Learned; JCA_1.3.2_Personnel Management
Modernization Areas:
Autonomy; Space
Communities of Interest:
Autonomy
Descriptor(s):
*NETWORKS, *UNDERWATER ACOUSTICS, ALGORITHMS, UNDERSEA WARFARE, THESES, UNDERSEA SURVEILLANCE, SUBMARINES, NAVIGATION, POSITION FINDING, GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM
Field(s)/Group(s):
Undersea and Antisubmarine Warfare, Navigation and Guidance, Acoustics
Report Date:
2006 Jun 01
Creation Date:
2006 Dec 13