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5Abstract Submission: Due November 14, 2014Abstract SubmissionAbstracts should be submitted electronically via the ION Abstract Management Portal, no later than November 14, 2014. To submit an abstract, sign in at www.ion.org/abstracts. If you have not used the Abstract Management Portal before, click “Create My Account”. Once signed in, click on ION Pacific PNT and complete the form. Abstracts should describe objectives, anticipated or actual results, conclusions, any key innovative steps and the significance of your work. Authors will be provided with an electronic author’s kit with presentation and publication guidelines in early December. All authors attending the meeting are required to pay registration fees.

Final ManuscriptsCompleted manuscripts must be uploaded to the Abstract Management Portal (AMP) by March 1, 2015. Manuscripts will be designated as a primary paper, or as an alter-nate paper, in the onsite program based on the Session Chairs’ peer review of the full manuscripts. Manuscripts not received by March 1, 2015 will be withdrawn from the conference. Corrected/revised manuscripts will be accepted through April 30, 2015. Papers not representative of the original abstract submitted will not be included in the conference proceedings regardless of whether or not they were presented at the conference; and this may affect the acceptance of future abstracts by the author. To be included in the conference proceedings final manuscripts must meet the peer review requirements, the author must present at the conference and pay the conference registration fee. Complimentary online access to papers will be provided to all eligible conference registrants for 120 days following the conference, or through July 31, 2015. Attend-ees will also be able to download an electronic version of the proceedings.

Journal PublicationAuthors of appropriate papers are encouraged to submit papers for possible publica-tion in the ION’s archival journal, NAVIGATION. Papers may be submitted online at http://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/navigation.

Table Top ExhibitsTable top exhibits are $1,800 each, which includes one six-foot table pushed flush against the wall, one chair and one full conference registration. For more information please contact the ION National Office (phone: 703-366-2723; e-mail: mandrews@ion.org).

Registration InformationFull registration includes all sessions, conference meal functions and events, and an electronic version of the proceedings. Individual registration benefits are non-transferable. (Registration rates quoted below are contingent upon your staying in the conference hotel - higher registration rates will apply for those not staying in the conference hotel). • Member/Corporate Member Rate (received and paid by March 18 and staying in

conference hotel): $930

About WaikikiLocated on the south shore of Honolulu, on the Island of Oahu, the world-famous neighborhood of Waikiki was once a playground for Hawaiian royalty. Known in Ha-waiian as “spouting waters,” Waikiki was first introduced to the world in 1901. Today, Waikiki is Oahu’s main hotel and resort area and a vibrant gathering place for visitors from around the world. Waikiki is most famous for its beaches, but non-beach entertainment abounds as well. Attractions in Waikiki include the Honolulu Zoo and the Waikiki Aquarium. Visi-tors can learn about the history of Waikiki by reading the surfboard markers along the Waikiki Historical Trail. Along the main strip of Kalakaua Avenue, attendees will find world-class shopping, dining, entertainment, activities and resorts. Waikiki is within 30 minutes of a variety of Oahu attractions, including Pearl Harbor, Iolani Palace, the Nuuanu Pali Lookout, Hanauma Bay, the Ala Moana Shopping Center, the local neighborhood of Kapahulu and the arts district of Chinatown.

• Non-member Rate (received and paid by March 18 and staying in conference hotel): $990

• Student Rate (received and paid by March 18 and staying in conference hotel): $600

• Single Day Rate (received and paid by March 18 and staying in conference hotel): $500

Advance Hotel Reservation InformationAccommodations are offered at the Waikiki Beach Marriott. This renowned Waikiki Honolulu hotel is across the street from the most vibrant stretch of beach in Hawaii. The Waikiki Beach Marriott is extending a discounted hotel rate of $209 per night for conference attendees who book before March 18, 2015. Limited government rates are available to U.S. government employees. Parking is $32 per night for overnight guests and $8 an hour for visitors not staying at the hotel. High-speed internet in guestrooms is $14.95 per day plus taxes. • Online: Visit www.ion.org/pnt • By Phone: Call the hotel at 800-367-5370 and be sure to identify yourself as an

Institute of Navigation Pacific PNT attendee to receive the special attendee rate!GLOBAL

COOPERATIVE INTEROPERABILITY

Where East Meets West in the Global Cooperative Development of Positioning,

Navigation and Timing Technology

APRIL 20-23, 2015(Tutorials on the 20th)

Join policy and technical leaders from Japan, Singapore, China, South Korea, Australia,

USA and more for policy updates, program status and technical exchange

Marriott Waikiki Beach Honolulu, Hawaii

www.ion.org/pnt

CALL FOR ABSTRACTSABSTRACTS DUE: Nov 14, 2014

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GNSS Policy/Status UpdatesUpdates and status of satellite-based navigation systems that are in operation or under development. System overview, current and planned performance, schedule and plans, current policies.Co-chairs: David Turner, U.S. Department of State and Dr. John Betz, The MITRE Corporation

GNSS Signal StructuresDesign and performance of GNSS signal structures. Compatibility and interoperability; multipath performance; interference robustness; signal acquisition and tracking; and receiver design considerations.Co-chairs: Thomas Stansell, Stansell Consulting and Dr. Chris Hegarty, The MITRE Corporation

Inertial Navigation Technology and ApplicationsApplications and integration with other navigation sensors. Design, calibration, modeling, advanced processing techniques, performance characteristics of different technologies. MEMS, FOG, laser gyro and cold-atom.Co-chairs: Wayne Soehren, Honeywell and Dr. Jeff Dickman, Northrop Grumman

Interference and SpectrumEffects of interference on GNSS performance, compatibility of GNSS with terrestrial and satellite-based services. Radiofrequency compatibility between satellite navigation systems. Interference detection, characterization and mitigation techniques. Robust navigation in the presence of interference.Co-chairs: Dr. Jiwon Seo, Yonsei University, South Korea and Dr. Eric Vinande, Air Force Research Laboratory

Ionosphere Monitoring with GNSSProcessing algorithms for ionosphere monitoring, characterization from single and multiple GNSS receivers, ionospheric propagation phenomena, receiver design and tracking algo-rithms, tomography, ionospheric attenuation and scintillation, higher-order effects, plasma drift estimation and gradient measurements.Co-chairs: Dr. Susan Skone, University of Calgary, Canada and Dr. Todd Walter, Stanford University

Magnetic Field Navigation and MappingTerrestrial, maritime and aviation use of magnetic field maps for navigation, magnetic sens-ing technologies, magnetic field mapping technologies, ionospheric field disturbances and performance assessments.Chair: Dr. John Raquet, Air Force Institute of Technology

Maritime NavigationConcepts, advances and algorithms related to surface and underwater navigation. Inertial navigation, acoustic devices for bathymetry, positioning and velocity determination for underwater vehicles, sonar developments and transponder networks.Co-chairs: Dr. Bruce Howe, University of Hawaii and Dr. Jen-Hwa Guo, National Taiwan University, Taiwan

Alternative Navigation and Signals of OpportunityNavigation using signals from digital TV and radio, radar, cellular networks, Wi-Fi, telecom-munications networks, ultra-wideband signals, pattern matching, sensor integration and indoor messaging systems (IMS).Co-chairs: Dr. Allison Kealy, University of Melbourne, Australia and Dr. Dinesh Manandhar, GNSS Technologies Inc., Japan

Aviation Applications of GNSSCivil and military applications of GNSS to aviation navigation and precision approach and landing. Ground-based and space-based augmentation systems (LAAS, WAAS, EGNOS, GAGAN, MSAS), flight test performance, integrity designs, integration with other aircraft sensors such as inertial and barometric altimeter.Co-chairs: Dr. Jiyun Lee, KAIST, South Korea and Deborah Lawrence, FAA

Challenging Navigation ProblemsNavigation in indoor, urban or GNSS-degraded environments. Non-traditional navigation sensors such as X-ray navigation, terrain-aided navigation, low cost sensors, non-linear signal processing techniques, reconfigurable filter designs, plug-and play concepts, car navigation and safety aspects.Co-chairs: Dr. Mark Petovello, University of Calgary, Canada and Dr. Andrey Soloviev, QuNav

Collaborative Navigation TopicsTechniques for exploiting network connectivity to assist and improve navigation solutions. Technologies that support the ability for navigation systems to share information amongst a number of users, synergistically improving the group’s overall performance.Co-chairs: Dr. Andrew Dempster, University of New South Wales, Australia and Dr. Dorota Grejner-Brzezinska, The Ohio State University

Earthquake & Tsunami Prediction and Monitoring with GNSSThe use of GNSS receiver networks to monitor and predict geophysical events. Seismic wave monitoring, volcano monitoring, monitoring networks, ground deformation, processing techniques and prediction algorithms.Co-chairs: Dr. David Galvan, RAND Corporation and Dr. Ming Yang, NCKU, Taiwan

GNSS AugmentationsSystems and technologies to augment the GNSS solution, including eLoran, DME, pseudo-lites, terrestrial transmitters and integration techniques.Co-chairs: Dr. Wouter Pelgrum, Ohio University and Dr. Maarten Uijt de Haag, Ohio University

GNSS Correction and Monitoring NetworksLocal area, wide area and worldwide GNSS correction networks, design, status, precise clock and orbit products, ionosphere/troposphere corrections, signal anomalies, performance results, multi-constellation networks, new developments and applications.Co-chairs: Dr. Attila Komjathy, JPL and Patricia Doherty, Boston College

GNSS Environmental MonitoringUse of GNSS for remote sensing, ocean height determination; soil measurements using GNSS reflections; tropospheric and ionospheric profiling; and satellite occultation advances.Co-chairs: Dr. Tung Hai Ta, HUST, Vietnam and Dr. James Garrison, Purdue University

SESSIONS:

Aircraft Navigation and SurveillanceSensor advances and algorithms for aircraft and UAV navigation. Future navigation require-ments, integrity monitoring (RAIM/FDE), integration with inertial, automatic dependent surveillance, radar, image-based navigation and laser-based navigation. Co-chairs: Neeraj Pujara, AFRL/Sensors Directorate and Dr. Kyle Kauffman, AFIT

Algorithms and MethodsMethods and advanced algorithms for positioning, navigation and timing with a diversity of sensors. Approaches to exploit multiple GNSS constellations. Nonlinear estimation, optimization, and fusion algorithms. Techniques to improve acquisition and tracking in terms of sensitivity, robustness, accuracy, and multipath mitigation.Co-chairs: Dr. Peter Teunissen, Curtin University, Australia and Dr. Yong Liang Guan, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

INTERNATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD:Lt Col Kenneth Fisher, US PACOM, USA

Prof. Allison Kealy, University of Melbourne, Australia

Prof. Nobuaki Kubo, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan

Prof. Shau-Shiun Jan, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (ROC)

Dr. Enge Kee Poh, DSO National Laboratories, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

Dr. Xiancheng Ding, China Electronics Technology Group, China

Prof. Yuanxi Yang, China National Administration of GNSS and Applications, China

Prof. Changdon Kee, Seoul National University, South Korea

Dr. George Liu, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong (PRC)

Prof. Mark Petovello, University of Calgary, Canada

ABSTRACTS DUE: November 14, 2014 www.ion.org/pnt

PROGRAM COMMITTEE:

General Chair: Dr. Mikel M. Miller, Air Force Research Laboratory

Program Co-Chair: Prof. Frank van Graas, Ohio University

Program Co-Chair: Prof. Yu “Jade”Morton, Colorado State University

Tutorials Chair: Prof. John Raquet, Air Force Institute of Technology

Nature-Inspired NavigationSensors used by diverse animals (mammals, birds, reptiles, insects, fish, etc.) for navigation purposes. Environmental cues, including landmarks, magnetic field, odor, wind, heat, optical flow, light, color, force and pressure. Sensor fusion concepts and performance.Chair: Dr. Mikel Miller, Air Force Research Laboratory

PNT and Automobile SafetyConnected and automated vehicle technologies, vehicle to vehicle communications, GNSS-based toll collection, insurance monitoring, driver assistance technologies, automotive radar and black box developments.Co-chairs: Dr. Shunsuke Kamijo, The University of Tokyo, Japan and Dr. Mikel Miller, Air Force Research Laboratory

PNT and Social MediaUse of navigation and timing technology for social media applications, required levels of performance, use of PNT in different applications, future trends.Co-chairs: Dr. Jun Shen, BN Star, China and Greg Turetzky, Intel Corporation

PNT for Domestic and Healthcare ApplicationsPosition and timing technologies for domestic and healthcare applications including robot navigation planning and obstacle avoidance; and technologies for autonomous wheelchairs, vacuums, lawnmowers, etc. Use of markers, beacons, bar-codes, RFID tags and camera technologies. User interfaces, including head trackers, eye trackers.Co-chairs: Massaki Hayashi, Seiko Epson Corporation, Japan and Dr. Chun Yang, Sigtem Technology, Inc.

Precision Agriculture and Machine ControlPositioning, monitoring and dynamic control of machinery used in agriculture, construction and mining. Precision farming applications, reduced pollution, safety aspects, efficiency, logistics, remote sensing, data processing and emerging technologies.Co-chairs: Dr. Stuart Riley, Trimble Navigation and Dr. Charles Toth, The Ohio State University

Time and Frequency DistributionPrecise time synchronization and frequency transfer between fixed and mobile platforms, new developments in oscillator technology, chip-scale atomic clocks, two-way time transfer, error sources and performance characteristics, oscillators for space and scientific applications.Co-chairs: Dr. Xiaochun Lu, Chinese Academy of Science, Timing Center, China and Dr. Demetrios Matsakis, U.S. Naval Observatory

UAS TechnologiesEquipment and procedures for Unmanned Aerial Systems, novel platforms and applications, sense and avoid, communication, navigation, human factors, standards, test and evaluation.Co-chairs: Dr. Ben Chen, National University of Singapore, Singapore and Dr. Adam Rutkowski, Air Force Research Laboratory