Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2000-2002
Title: Innovations of John F Rogers in GPS Technology
Introduction
John F Rogers is a notable inventor based in Sunnyvale, CA, who has made significant contributions to the field of global positioning systems (GPS). With a total of 3 patents, his work focuses on enhancing the usability and efficiency of GPS technology.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is titled "Automated differential correction processing of field data in a global positioning system." This invention provides a system and method for automated differential correction processing of GPS field data. It retrieves GPS field data collected by one or more receivers and automatically selects the most appropriate differential correction scheme to generate a solution without user intervention. The invention executes a code-based correction scheme to generate a code-based solution and examines the field data to determine if a carrier phase correction is applicable. If applicable, it generates a carrier phase solution and compares it with the code-based solution, returning the more accurate result. This innovation greatly reduces the complexity of GPS field data post-processing and enhances the usability of GPS equipment.
Another significant patent is the "Near-real time DGPS network and server system." This invention provides a method and system for rapidly initializing a rover unit in a networked system. It acquires initialization data at a reference station and communicatively couples the reference station to a server station for storing this data. The rover unit is then initialized and can obtain a first position fix without requiring direct acquisition of initialization data from satellites. This method improves the efficiency of providing differentially corrected position information to rover units in a networked system.
Career Highlights
John F Rogers is currently associated with Trimble Navigation Limited, a company known for its advanced GPS technology and solutions. His work at Trimble has allowed him to contribute to innovative advancements in GPS systems.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, John has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Peter Glen France and Zoltan Biacs, further enhancing the development of GPS technologies.
Conclusion
John F Rogers is a prominent inventor whose innovations in GPS technology have significantly improved the efficiency and usability of GPS systems. His contributions continue to shape the future of navigation technology.