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Protected Global Positioning System-Mini (PGPS-M)

The L3Harris Protected Global Positioning System-Mini (PGPS-M) offers ruggedized Military Code (M-Code) GPS capability in a miniature form factor, ideal for missile, hypersonic and small-lift launch applications, as well as air-breathing platforms where performance is critical and minimum size, weight and power are essential.

The PGPS-M uses an embedded GPS receiver specialized for high-dynamic applications satisfying the Department of Defense’s mandate to transition to M-Code GPS in support of the National Security Space Launch program’s “Assured Access to Space” initiative. The PGPS-M supports multiple use cases including 10 Hz RCC-324 range tracking, navigation aiding or as an external GPS sensor compatible with autonomous flight safety systems.

KEY FEATURES

  • Embedded M-Code L1/L2 GPS receiver, RCC-324 compliant
  • M-Code GPS receiver based on the L3Harris TRUTRAK-M™ optimized for high-dynamic applications
  • Dual-use PNT sensor for navigation and range tracking
  • True 10 Hz update rate
  • Continuous atmospheric correction for improved solution accuracy
  • Radiation tolerant by design
  • High tolerance for extreme shock and vibe environments
  • Autonomous flight termination unit (AFTU) compatible external sensor
  • Designed for minimum size, weight and power
  • Customizable for specific user mission needs

Resources

  • Protected Global Positioning System-Mini (PGPS-M) Spec Sheet

    Protected Global Positioning System-Mini (PGPS-M) Spec Sheet

Expert Support

The PGPS-M is designed, built, assembled and tested in one facility and is serviced and supported by engineering professionals with decades of spaceflight design experience. Every PGPS-M delivered is accompanied by domain expertise in parts, materials, radiation analysis, mechanical engineering, power supply design, digital signal processing, radio frequency design and manufacturing engineering. L3Harris has provided time-tested range tracking and launch vehicle telemetry hardware for more than 60 years.

Service and support technicians on the manufacturing floor

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