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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Dec. 15, 2015
Filed:
Apr. 09, 2012
David A. Whelan, Newport Coast, CA (US);
Gregory M. Gutt, Ashburn, VA (US);
David A. Whelan, Newport Coast, CA (US);
Gregory M. Gutt, Ashburn, VA (US);
THE BOEING COMPANY, Chicago, IL (US);
Abstract
A system, method, and apparatus for cells to obtain timing and positioning by using satellite systems with high power signals for improved building penetration are disclosed herein. In particular, the present disclosure relates to providing timing synchronization and geolocation for small cells or macrocells in attenuated and/or indoor environments. In order to achieve timing synchronization and geolocation, the cells utilize high power signals, which contain timing information, in conjunction with related aiding information. Satellites, such as Low Earth Orbiting (LEO) Iridium satellites, are employed to transmit the high powered signals to the cells.