Innovation: Ubiquitous Positioning Anyone, Anything: Anytime, Anywhere Jun 1, 2007 By: Xiaolin Meng, Alan Dodson, Terry Moore, Gethin Wyn Roberts, Ph.D.

The UbiComp concept has spawned smart coffee pots, smart printers, smart copy machines and the like, all connected via a wired or wireless network. For a UbiComp device to know its position anywhere and anytime, we need "ubiquitous positioning" or UbiPos. This article looks at the available technologies that might be used to supplement conventional GPS positioning and some initial testing that will eventually lead to a UbiPos world.

Myths and Realities of Anywhere GPS High Sensitivity versus Assisted Techniques Sep 1, 2005 By: Chris Carver

AGPS does not mean works "Anywhere" GPS. Accurately determining what will work for any given application requires a properly designed test procedure.

Prime Time Positioning Using Broadcast TV Signals to Fill GPS Acquisition Gaps Sep 1, 2005 By: Max Martone, Jon Metzler

Urban centers generally do not allow proper operation of GPS — yet it is these environments where most assets of human and material value exist.

More Bang, Less Buck Low-Cost GPS/INS Guidance for Navy Munitions Launches Sep 1, 2005 By: Dan Coskren, Tim Easterly, Robert Polutchko

A new naval stand-off combat capability demonstrates precision-guidance of long-range, gun-fired projectiles in support of ground maneuver warfare.

Melee in the Mojave Robots Ready for Rugged Roadrace Aug 5, 2005 By: Alan Cameron

Forty driverless vehicles equipped with GPS receivers and other sensors prep for a 175-mile trek across the desert in the Defense Advanced Research Project Agency's (DARPA's) $2 million Grand Challenge.

Cutting-Edge Technology ION's Autonomous Lawn Mower Competition Aug 1, 2005 By: Marty Whitford

Three teams of engineering students from universities in the Midwest design and field test robotic 'green machines' leveraging GPS receivers, navigation sensors, and command-and-control software.

Accurate Time Assistance Synchronizing GSM Mobile Telephones to Microseconds Jul 1, 2005 By: Peter J. Duffett-Smith, Paul Hansen

A new Matrix positioning method provides precise-time aiding to terminals in un-synchronized communications networks.

100 Million Strong Industry Eyes LBS Tipping Point May 1, 2005 By: Alan Cameron

Time has come today for location-based services. Wireless carriers, manufacturers of GPS-enabled devices, service providers, and application developers stand ready.