Successful simulation of the Russian satellite positioning system with the u-blox platform

Thalwil, Switzerland and Munich, Germany – December 6, 2011 – u-blox, the Swiss positioning and wireless chip and module company, and Rohde & Schwarz (R&S), a worldwide leading supplier of test and measurement equipment, have successfully concluded a simulation of the Russian GLONASS satellite navigation system. The test, carried out with the R&S SMBV100A vector signal generator and its GNSS simulation options, verified the u‑blox proof-of-concept and the compatibility of u-blox receiver technology with the GLONASS transmission protocol.

The GLONASS satellite system is Russia’s answer to the US NAVSTAR GPS satellite positioning system. It will provide a high-accuracy positioning system with global coverage once completed. GLONASS will also be used in hybrid receivers around the world in conjunction with GPS to ensure improved coverage especially in dense cities and thus improve the location accuracy.

“Our close cooperation with Rohde & Schwarz has proven to be a valuable and strategic asset, allowing us to develop advanced satellite receiver technology well before the actual satellites are available” said Thomas Nigg, VP Product Marketing at u-blox.

“u-blox, with its depth of expertise in GNSS technologies, has helped us to validate our satellite simulator technology,” said Andreas Pauly, Head of R&D Signal Generators Baseband at Rohde & Schwarz. “Now we have enhanced our cutting-edge test equipment for GLONASS that simulates the protocol and physical layer.”

This announcement follows the August 3^rd press release of Rohde & Schwarz’ verification of u-blox’ LEON GSM module for application in eCall and ERA-GLONASS emergency call systems.

About u-blox
u-blox is a leading fabless semiconductor provider of embedded positioning and wireless communication solutions for the consumer, industrial and automotive markets. Our solutions enable people, devices, vehicles and machines to locate their exact position and wirelessly communicate via voice, text or video. With a broad portfolio of GPS modules, chips, and software solutions together with wireless modules and solutions, u-blox is uniquely positioned to enable OEMs to develop innovative solutions quickly and cost-effectively. Headquartered in Switzerland and with global presence in Europe, Asia and the Americas, u‑blox employs approximately 210 people. Founded in 1997, u-blox is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange.
(www.u-blox.com)

Rohde & Schwarz
Rohde & Schwarz is an independent group of companies specializing in electronics. It is a leading supplier of solutions in the fields of test and measurement, broadcasting, radiomonitoring and radiolocation, as well as secure communications. Established more than 75 years ago, Rohde & Schwarz has a global presence and a dedicated service network in over 70 countries. It has approx. 8400 employees and achieved a net revenue of 1.6 billion Euro (US$ 2.2 billion) in fiscal year 2010/2011 (July 2010 to June 2011). Company headquarters are in Munich, Germany
(www.rohde-schwarz.com)

R&S ® is a registered trademark of Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG

u-blox contact
Herbert Blaser, VP Business Marketing

Phone: +41 44 722 7469
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Rohde & Schwarz contact
Katrin Wehle, Press & PR
Phone: +49 89 4129 11378
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