GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) and GPS (Global Positioning System) simulators are devices or systems designed to replicate the signals transmitted by satellites in orbit. They generate synthetic signals that mimic the signals received from actual satellites, allowing for the testing and validation of GPS and GNSS receivers and related equipment in a controlled environment. These simulators enable developers, engineers, and manufacturers to assess the performance, accuracy, and functionality of GPS/GNSS devices without relying on real satellite signals, offering a cost-effective and controlled means of testing.
GSG-8 Advanced GNSS Simulator was a product offered by Spectracom/Orolia, a company specializing in precision timing and synchronization solutions. Now this company is owned by Safaran Groups.
The GSG-8 is a multi-frequency, multi-GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) simulator designed primarily for testing GNSS receivers and systems. It enables users to simulate various satellite constellations (such as GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou) and signals under different environmental conditions. This allows for comprehensive testing of GNSS devices in scenarios that might not be easily achievable or reliable in real-world conditions.
The GSG-8 simulator is used in various industries, including aerospace, defense, automotive, and telecommunications, to validate the performance and functionality of GNSS-enabled devices or systems.
Safran offers sophisticated GPS/GNSS satellite simulators designed as intuitive, scenario-driven tools. These instruments integrate a robust and feature-packed platform while maintaining a competitive edge in terms of value and cost-effectiveness for diverse GPS testing requirements.
These advanced GNSS simulators have the capability to replicate the exact RF signals transmitted by genuine satellites. This ensures precise testing procedures, thereby assuring the optimal performance of GPS/GNSS receiver devices and associated systems. Given the reliance on global navigation satellite signals, simulation testing stands as a crucial phase in the evaluation process.
Safran’s product line delivers comprehensive hardware solutions, adaptable software functionalities, and support for multiple satellite constellations. This versatile range caters to various simulation and testing demands across different scenarios.