GPS World, January 2011

THE BUSINESS SURVEY NavCom SF 3050 Receiver Sapphire Board Updated NavCom Technology has announced new capabilities for the SF 3050 multi frequency GNSS receiver and Sapphire GNSS OEM board In addition to the integrated StarFire RTK GNSS capabilities the SF 3050 and Sapphire now support singlefrequency multi constellation operation heading and moving basestation RTK operation that enables coordinated vehicle applications The SF 3050 and Sapphire each offer multi constellation support for GPS GLONASS and Galileo They also provide industry leading performance in GNSS receiver sensitivity and signal tracking as well as patented multi path mitigation interference rejection and anti jamming capabilities The SF 3050 supports a range of high speed I O including Ethernet Bluetooth and USB capability Powered by the new Sapphire GNSS OEM board the SF 3050 is a fully upgradeable GNSS receiver allowing the receiver to upgrade from single frequency to multi frequency through software optioning alone Integrated StarFire is activated via an over theair licensing system that sends a StarFire license via satellite directly to the StarFire capable receiver from NavComs StarFire operations center providing real time global decimeter accuracy without a local base station NavCom said Topcon HiPer II Receiver Topcon has introduced the HiPer II which the comany terms a smaller lighter more affordable receiver for all GNSS positioning applications and a follow on to the original Hiper The HiPer II is an integrated dualconstellation GPS GLONASS real time kinematic RTK and static receiver for the survey civil engineering GIS forensic mapping and construction industries The HiPer II supports both GPS and GLONASS signals and offers several internal radios and cellular modem options and a choice of spread spectrum or digital UHF frequencies and GSM or CDMA modems The HiPer II also provides expanded internal SD memory storage and supports multiple field controllers and software solutions including TopSURV and Pocket 3D Im impressed There is great representation from all players in the industry Companies at the show are joining together in partnerships to make it a success Volkswagen Group Organized by In Conjunction with PLUG IN ELECTRIC VEHICLE INFRASTRUCTURE USA 2011 March 31 April 1 2011 Hilton San Diego Resort Spa CA USA Prepare to Take EVs Mass Market Commercial Recharging and Deployment Strategy to Speed Up Consumer Adoption Automaker Blueprint For EV And PHEV Growth Debate whether the intelligence for a smart EV infrastructure will reside in vehicle or off board Discuss advantages and feasibility to gauge consumer preference The Utility Perspective on Powering EVs Devise enticing pricing models and solutions to enable users to charge at off peak hours maintain network stability and save on grid investment for a sustainable infrastructure Breakthrough Charging Technologies Analyze consumer requirements for both public charging and in home charging options to ensure your solution is aligned with changing demands Stake Your Claim in the EV Market Discuss current utility automaker demos tech trials and pilot results to evaluate how your offerings compare to competing systems GOLD SPONSORS SILVER SPONSOR KNOWLEDGE SPONSOR Visit the website today for the latest updates on speakers and the full conference program www evupdate com USA EXPERT SPEAKERS INCLUDE GPS World January 2011 www gpsworld com 24