Chapter 2

Satellite Navigation

Abstract

Chapter 2 defines the specific term of Satellite Navigation and introduces its basic concepts in this chapter. It starts by formally defining and explaining the service aspects of Satellite Navigation, and in this context, it defines the service parameters to be warranted while offering the satellite navigation services. It then categorizes it into generic classes. Finally, it distinguishes between the different architectural components of such a system along with their significance. The chapter closes with detailed discussion of the Control Segment. It provides a deliberate discussion on different aspects of the control segment, including its functional entities and the associated processes explaining the ...

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