GPS World articles from August 2004

GPS World archives from August 2004

User manual for this page.(The View from here)
August 1, 2004... My editorial this month actually starts on page 8, with three letters to the editor. So, if you'll flip ahead, read those, and then come back, we can talk. Back already? OK, my comments here respond to these letters, particularly to the...

Letters to the editor.(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2004... I read your June 2004 "The View from Here" with interest. I agree with the point you make regarding the cooperation between GPS and Galileo, the fact that U.S. and European interests are similar but not identical, and that the current...

U.S., Europe agree on GNSS cooperation and security.(Global View)(global navigation satellite systems )
August 1, 2004... The United States and the European Community have signed a ground-breaking agreement on the promotion, provision, and use of the GPS and Galileo global navigation satellite systems (GNSS). Signed June 26 by U.S. Secretary of State Colin...

Galileo gains Israel support.(Global View)(European Global Navigation Satellite System)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Israel and the European Union have approved the participation of the Mideast nation in Galileo, the European Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS). The agreement provides for cooperation in industrial manufacturing, service and market...

New DARPA challenge.(Global View)
August 1, 2004... The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has scheduled an August 14 participants meeting to discuss plans for the second Grand Challenge for Autonomous Robotic Ground Vehicles. The competition itself will take place October 8,...

Cola calling: a marketing promotion employs a high-tech can of soda that doubles as a GPS-enabled cell phone.(Wireless Tracking)(Editorial)(Cover Story)
August 1, 2004... This Coca-Cola can is "the real thing"--for those looking for James Bond-type gadgetry, that is. Designed not by "Q," but in partnership by Airo Wireless of Atlanta, Georgia, and Salo, Finland's Benefon, the can at first glance uncannily...

Receiver/inertial integrated unit.(Receiver Technology)
August 1, 2004... NovAtel's SPAN (Synchronized Position Attitude Navigation) technology combines dual-frequency GPS and inertial technology for reported centimeter-level, uninterrupted positioning accuracy with differential corrections, in conditions where GPS...

Small mobile receiver.(Receiver Technology)
August 1, 2004... The MAX2741 L1-Band GPS receiver IC from Maxim is designed for mobile handsets, PDAs, and automotive applications. Total voltage gain of 90 dB and a noise figure of 3 dB provide-185 dBW receive sensitivity for indoor tracking solutions. This...

SBAS-enabled receiver.(Receiver Technology)
August 1, 2004... Atmel Corporation has upgraded its 16-channel GPS chipset with new ROM version 3.0 to improve navigation accuracy and integrity and furnish higher sensitivity. The chipset now can receive Satellite Based Augmentation Systems (SBAS) signals from...

LocSense Technology.(Receiver Technology)
August 1, 2004... LocSense Technology, Inc. recently introduced the LS-40EB OEM 12-channel GPS receiver targeting navigation, asset tracking, fleet management, and timing reference applications. Powered by the LocSense LS4000 Correlation Engine, with 4000...

Compact receiver.(Receiver Technology)
August 1, 2004... Japan Radio Corp.'s CCA-482J updates its previous CCA-450J model as a compact, lowpower, 16-channel single-frequency GPS receiver. It provides reported-130 dBm (at NAY-3600G antenna receiving level) and 25 dB dynamic range, 10-meter 2drms...

GPS design macrocells.(Receiver Technology)
August 1, 2004... Honeywell has introduced macrocells, mixed signal "building blocks" for GPS receiver designs to facilitate adding analog and digital circuitry needed to increase the functionality of a single integrated circuit (IC). The products reportedly...

Low-power antennas.(Receiver Technology)
August 1, 2004... Allis Communications introduces its M-Series line of low-current consumption GPS antennas, M827B and M812B, at frequency 1575.42 +/-3 MHz, with a bandwidth of 0 MHz minimum at-10 db. Each weighs 43 grams and measures 48 X 40 X 13 millimeters....

GPS receiver RF front-end IC.(Receiver Technology)
August 1, 2004... The NemeriX NJ1006 RF frontend for GPS receivers targets cost-sensitive portable and automotive applications. By integrating a low-noise amplifier and the tank-circuit of the local oscillator, the NJ1006 reportedly reduces the bill of materials...

Noise and Interference Generator.(Receiver Technology)
August 1, 2004... Noise Com's E911 Noise and Interference Generator tests susceptibility to interference of E911 applications on cellular phones, as well as GPS receivers used in airborne, automotive, defense and mobile locations. It generates low-phase noise,...

Bluetooth GPS.(Receiver Technology)
August 1, 2004... The RBT-1000 Bluetooth GPS receiver from Royal Tek has a built-in replaceable and rechargeable Lithiumion battery, measures 70 X 41 X 23 millimeters and weighs 60 grams. It has a 12-channel SiRFStarII/LP receiver and is designed for navigation,...

Miniaturized chipset.(Receiver Technology)
August 1, 2004... The SiRFstarIII L1 12-channel chipset with up to 10 Hz update rate has more than 200,000 effective correlators for rapid signal acquisition in signal levels reportedly as low as--159 dBm, to support real-time navigation in urban canyons as well...

GPS receiver module.(Receiver Technology)
August 1, 2004... Sony's GXB5202 GPS receiver combines the company's CXD2951 CMOS single-chip GPS IC, a passive antenna, and all other components necessary for location-based applications. In a form factor of 35 X 34.5 X 7.95 millimeters, it reportedly supports...

Low noise amplifier.(Receiver Technology)
August 1, 2004... The Spectrum SEI Microwave DDX series of low noise amplifiers (LNA) is designed for dual-band GPS applications. Two diplexed three-pole ceramic filter selects desired GPS signals, while the low-noise gain stage maintains the receiving system's...

Plug-in GPS module.(Receiver Technology)
August 1, 2004... Tyco's 12-channel, single-frequency A 1029-B is based on ST Microelectronics' STA2051 base-band chip and the SiGe SE4100L GPS RF chip. It plugs into motherboards via a standard I/O connector, provides stated 3-meter standalone accuracy, or...

Spaceborne receiver.(Receiver Technology)
August 1, 2004... General Dynamics' Geosynchronous Viceroy GPS single-frequency L1 receiver offers a new design to a proven legacy receiver, providing host position, velocity, and time information for geostationary satellite missions. It uses six channels for...

Compact receiver.(Receiver Technology)
August 1, 2004... Seidio introduces its SGR-300 wired, 12-channel, WAAS-capable receiver, based on the SiRFstarll chipset and designed to work with Seidio's G2500 GPS-ready mount. Operating off a 3V rechargeable lithium cell battery for up to 1,000 hours, it...

RTK receivers with L2C.(Surveying & Mapping)
August 1, 2004... Trimble Navigation Ltd. introduces its Trimble R8 and R7 24-channel RTK GPS receivers, special editions to the company's 5800 and 5700 RTK GPS series receivers, which can track the new civil signal (L2C). Trimble's R8 receiver features an...

WiFi GPS measuring receiver.(Surveying & Mapping)
August 1, 2004... Berkeley Varitronics Systems Inc. introduces its Yellowjacket 802, 11b/g GPS-enabled calibrated wireless receiver, which interfaces with Hewlett-Packard's IPAQ PocketPC. Measuring 14 OFDM/DSSS network channels for instant analysis of access...

Positional data collection.(Surveying & Mapping)
August 1, 2004... US Positioning Group's Rhino Rover package enables the collection of carrier phase and pseudo-range positional data in the field using the Garmin GPS 17N receiver. Recorded in receiver independent exchange (RINEX) format, the data can be...

Tablet PC with integrated GPS.(Surveying & Mapping)
August 1, 2004... Strata Software & Consultancy's PenMapGPS-RTK is a tablet PC with an integrated GPS receiver (via a NovAtel OEM4 board) delivering real-time position reads on geographical maps and surveys. The real-time kinetic GPS features 24 channels...

Just a note to say ...(Location Blogging)(Global Positioning System)
August 1, 2004... Bloggers Find Location Enabling "I went past the post office today, but forgot we needed stamps." "Everyone who comes here should try the cafe around the corner." "This ridgetop view inspires me to poetry--I'll share it!" New GPS-enabled tools...

Inertial measurement unit.(Navigation & Guidance)
August 1, 2004... Javad Navigation Systems Inc. recently unveiled its JNS inertial measurement unit (IMU) for use as an independent navigation device or for integration with multiple sensors. If the JNS IMU is combined with the JNSGyro-4 GPS receiver, the system...

PDA with built-in GPS navigation.(Navigation & Guidance)
August 1, 2004... Navman USA unveils its Personal Interactive Navigation (PiN) device integrating GPS navigation and guidance tools with Pocket PC technology. Equipped with a built-in Navman GPS receiver utilizing a SiRF Star lle/LP chipset, PiN includes...

GPS Agricultural Marker.(Navigation & Guidance)
August 1, 2004... GMV Sistemas' Agrostat GPS Agricultural Marker adapts to agricultural tractors for use in the precise application of fertilizers and weed killers. Designed to eliminate overlap and holes in treatment, and related costs and risks, the system is...

Navigation Computer.(Navigation & Guidance)
August 1, 2004... Filanda Inc.'s SoftNav Navigation Computer is designed for on-the-move operations in harsh environments. Engineered for aircrafts, ships, wheeled or tracked vehicles, and field applications, the SoftNav Navigation Computer allows operators to...

Global real-time aerial survey navigator.(Navigation & Guidance)
August 1, 2004... NavCom Technology Inc.'s VueStar global aerial survey navigation system includes NavCom's SF-2050M dual-frequency receiver providing position and velocity reads up to 10 times per second, with reported decimeter accuracy in real time,...

Tactical-grade IMU.(Navigation & Guidance)
August 1, 2004... KVH Industries Inc.'s KVH TG-6000 tactical-grade inertial measurement unit delivers six degree-of-freedom, fiber optic gyro-based motion sensing for motion control and GPS-integrated navigation. The strap-down inertial subsystem measures roll,...

Three-axis inertial sensor.(Navigation & Guidance)
August 1, 2004... Cloud Cap Technology's Crista inertial measurement unit provides high-resolution digital rate and acceleration data via serial interfaces. The device uses micro electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) gyroscopic rate sensors and accelerometers...

Personal navigation system.(Navigation & Guidance)
August 1, 2004... Homeland Security Technology Corporation (HSTC), formerly PowerLoc Technology, introduces its Destinator3 personal navigation system for pocket or notebook PCs. Navigation algorithms generate direct routes and a proprietary compression...

Big bubble is watching GPS guide to aerial surveillance: designed for long, stationary hovering or for a quick around-the-corner glimpse, new spies in the sky use GPS to reach their post and return to sender.(Autonomous Navigation)(Organic Air Vehcile)
August 1, 2004... With an ever-increasing appetite to know about people's on-the-ground activities, both foreign and domestic, the U.S. government proves an apt customer for companies developing innovative aerial surveillance platforms. Recent demonstrations...

Long arm of the law: GPS rapidly replaces radio frequency as the technology of choice for electronic monitoring and tracking of defendants awaiting trial, and non-violent criminal offenders on probation or parole.(Wireless Tracking)
August 1, 2004... When it comes to GPS-based electronic monitoring, some people have a lot to learn, according to George Walker, Chief U.S. Pretrial Services Officer for the Central District of California. "We acquired 140 GPS-based electronic monitoring...

Fleet tracking system.(Tracking and Wireless)
August 1, 2004... Argo Navigation has released a GPS fleet tracking system with two-way text message display and hands-free voice communications for GSM and CDMA digital networks. The MDT-FMS unit uses the Leadtek 9543LP 12-channel GPS chipset, and provides...

ALV systems.(Tracking and Wireless)
August 1, 2004... Falcom introduces STEPP I and STEPP II automatic vehicle location, tracking, and security systems with voice communication via GSM/GPRS technology and a low-power, 12-parallel-channel GPS core. It offers simplified connectivity to a variety of...

Palm/Pocket tracker.(Tracking and Wireless)
August 1, 2004... Pocket ShPIDER is a personal digital assistant (PDA) version of ShPIDER (SISNeT high-Performance Internet-Dependent EGNOS Receiver), integrating the ShPIDER navigation engine and a geographical information system (GIS). It uses an EMTAC GPS...

Covert tracker.(Tracking and Wireless)
August 1, 2004... The G-19 from San Jose Navigation is a compact GPS covert tracking device for vehicle security and other micro tracking applications such as pets or individuals. The device integrates a 16-channel proprietary GPS receiver with a GSM cellular...

Container tracking.(Tracking and Wireless)
August 1, 2004... Lat-Lon introduces the RailRider IV wireless monitoring system for wireless monitoring and tracking of industrial and transportation assets. It utilizes an injection-molded high-impact ABS case, allowing it to be smaller, lighter, and tougher...

Student tracker.(Tracking and Wireless)
August 1, 2004... National Scientific developed its IBUS Schoolbus-rider authentication system to help schools positively identify and track students from the time they step on the bus, through school, to the time they return home. The automatically generated...

Two-way phone locator.(Tracking and Wireless)
August 1, 2004... Measuring 13 X 30 millimeters and weighing less than 56 grams, Wherify Wireless GPS Locator Phone uses Qualcomms 6050 GPS chipset, fits in a pocket or purse, and features a two-way microphone/ speaker, a direct-dial 911 emergency button, and a...

Dual-frequency receivers.(Military)
August 1, 2004... Supporting both NAVWAR and Global Air Traffic Management (GATM) requirements, the Rockwell Collins GEMV module and Airborne SAASM Receiver (ASR) are 12-channel, all-in-view, dual frequency receivers. GEMV and ARS incorporate Rockwell Collins'...

Interference Suppression Unit.(Military)
August 1, 2004... Electro-Radiation Inc.'s miniature Precision Guided Munitions Interference Suppression Unit (ISU-PGMu) mitigates the effects of interference and jamming on L1/L2 P and M code GPS reception. ISU-PGMu provides jam detection and anti-jam...

Digital anti-jam receiver.(Military)
August 1, 2004... The digital anti-jam receiver (DAR) from Raytheon combines the Lightning Strike, a 24 channel P/(Y) code GPS SAASM receiver offering simultaneous L1/L2 tracking with anti-jam electronics in one unit, designed for aircraft application. Carrier...

PDA Car Cradle.(GPS-Related Hardware)
August 1, 2004... Holux Technology Inc.'s CR-100 PDA Car Cradle series provides data transfer between GPS and PDA devices via a universal design with changeable docking system. Five CR-100 models support the palmOne Tungsten T, C, W and M500 series; Dell X3;...

Portable tracking system.(GPS-Related Hardware)
August 1, 2004... Geotechnologies has developed a portable, tablet-type tracking and locating system for cars, trucks, ships, aircraft or field personnel with GPS equipment transmitting to a central server. Tracking can be conducted over telephones, cell phones...

Angular Rate Sensor.(GPS-Related Hardware)
August 1, 2004... The CRS05 Angular Rate Sensor from Silicon Sensing supports applications that require rate of turn sensing without a fixed point of reference. Employing silicon ring technology and closed-loop electronics, the unit operates over a temperature...

AHRS and navigation systems.(GPS-Related Hardware)
August 1, 2004... Crossbow Technology's NAV420 series of OEM attitude and heading reference system (AHRS) and navigation systems combines a built-in 12-channel GPS receiver with inertial sensors (tri-axial accelerometer, rate sensor, magnetometer, and...

Orientation and positioning system.(GPS-Related Hardware)
August 1, 2004... Honeywell offers its low-height, z-axis HMC1051ZL magnetic sensor with a surface mount feature in a leadless chip carrier (LCC). Ideal for portable devices, the 2-millimeter-tall magnetic sensor is capable of sensing fields down to 120...

FOG designed for GPS integration.(GPS-Related Hardware)
August 1, 2004... KVH Industries offers the DSP-3000, a fiber optic gyro (FOG) designed for GPS integration as well as standalone performance for demanding industrial and military applications such as motion sensing, navigation, precision pointing and platform...

GNSS timing/reference receiver.(Timing & Synchronization)
August 1, 2004... Septentrio Satellite Navigation's PolaRx2 TR is an integrated global navigation satellite system (GNSS) timing/reference receiver ideal for frequency and time transfer applications. The PolaRx2 TR is based on a Linux processor core and features...

Wireless Display Clocks.(Timing & Synchronization)
August 1, 2004... Spectracom Corp.'s three new TimeView series of wireless digital and analog display clocks use existing UHF or VHF radio systems to receive accurate, synchronized GPS times from central communication systems, eliminating the need for multiple...

GPS-synchronized receiver.(Timing & Synchronization)
August 1, 2004... Symmetricom Inc. offers expanded options for its XLi Time and Frequency System that allow customers to make measurements of external timing signals relative to the XLi. The GPS-synchronized time and frequency receiver offers options to:...

Time code processor.(Timing & Synchronization)
August 1, 2004... TRAK Microwave Corp. introduces its Model 90001S GPS SAASM synchronizer module upgrade. Model 9001S provides direct P(Y) code acquisition, SAASM capabilities and increased timing accuracy when the receiver is keyed. When unkeyed, it operates as...

Integrated time machine.(Timing & Synchronization)
August 1, 2004... Temex Time unveils its 4G GPS SynClock utilizing ultra-miniature synchronized rubidium or crystal oscillator (SRO/SXO) and SmartTiming technology for intelligent, auto-adaptive synchronization features. The SRO/SXO can be synchronized by GPS...

Networked synchronization system.(Timing & Synchronization)
August 1, 2004... Datachron Inc.'s Model 3650-140 GPS Timing Source provides precise time information to local networks over the Internet via User Datagram Protocol (UDP). The device features six InterRange Instrumentation Group (IRIG) B time codes selectable in...

Network time server.(Timing & Synchronization)
August 1, 2004... FEI-Zyfer Inc.'s NTPSync-XLS GPS referenced network time server includes a six-channel L1 C/A code GPS receiver, notification management, and a GPS Stratum 1 server with a reported 1 to 10-millisecond synchronization accuracy. Featuring...

Stand-alone time server.(Timing & Synchronization)
August 1, 2004... Precise Time and Frequency Inc. has developed the ptf 3225A NetTyme stand-alone time server based on independent time acquisition from GPS. A 10/100 Base T ethernet interface enhances network node performance and integrity. At the system's...

Time Code Amplifier.(Timing & Synchronization)
August 1, 2004... ESE's ES-242U Time Code and Frequency Distribution Amplifier features automatic switches to/from primary and secondary sources. The 2 X 12-inch unit receives amplitude modulation (AM) or time to live (TTL) codes or frequency references (100 Hz...

Field data collection.(GPS-Related Software)
August 1, 2004... Trimble Navigation Ltd. introduces new modules for Tripod Data Systems (TDS) Survey Pro 4.0 field data collection software. The Trimble Systems Extension (TSX) provides support for Trimble's optical and GPS survey systems, while both the TSX...

GPS post-processing software.(GPS-Related Software)
August 1, 2004... DeLorme's GPS PostPro 2.0 post-process logs GPS data to submeter accuracy and comes equipped with DeLorme's wide area augmentation system (WAAS)-enabled, universal serial bus (USB)-powered, 12-channel Earthmate GPS receiver. Post-processed...

GPS reference station software.(GPS-Related Software)
August 1, 2004... Leica Geosystems Inc. has released v 1.5 of its Spider software for control of GPS reference stations and networks. Designed to support Leica's GRX1200 and GRX1200Pro reference station receivers, Spider v 1.5 helps automate management and...

Integrated GIS software.(GPS-Related Software)
August 1, 2004... ESRI introduces its ArcGIS 9 line of integrated geographic information systems (GIS) software solutions deployable on desktops, servers, the Web, and in the field. ArcGIS 9 offers geoprocessing with its ModelBuilder module, and global and 3D...

GPS post-processing software.(GPS-Related Software)
August 1, 2004... Waypoint Consulting Inc. introduces a multiple base station version of its GPS real-time and post-processing software. Version 7.10 of GrafNav/GrafNet can process data from up to eight base stations simultaneously, allowing carrier phase...

Speech-enabled LBS.(GPS-Related Software)
August 1, 2004... Telcontar has incorporated its Drill Down Server spatial software platform in the gpmobile smart-phone navigation application from gpware of Menlo Park, California. A GPS- and speech-enabled mobile navigation service operating over wireless...

GPS Signal Simulation.(GPS-Related Software)
August 1, 2004... NAVSYS Corp.'s GPS Signal Simulation MATLAB ToolBox simulates the effect of GPS satellite signals on a conventional GPS receiver's code and carrier tracking loops. The ToolBox's GPS signal processing simulation architecture includes a truth...

Mobile GIS for Pocket PC.(GPS-Related Software)
August 1, 2004... Blue Marble Geographics unveils its iSync Mobile, a GPS-enabled field data collection application for the Microsoft Pocket PC. The device allows points, lines, and polygons to be drawn or collected with GPS receivers in the field. Data is...

Mobile mapping and video logging.(GPS-Related Software)
August 1, 2004... Geo-3D Inc.'s Kronos version 3.0 is a geo-referenced image-acquisition application for mobile mapping and video logging. The software features a redesigned user interface, a GPS odometer filter (GOF) and distance measurement instruments (DMI)...

Geographical data on demand.(GPS-Related Software)
August 1, 2004... i-cubed: Information, Integration and Imaging offers its DataDoors software providing a flexible framework for integrating and managing distributed geographic data (discovery, acquisition and processing). DataDoors leverages a secure interface...

Inertial and GPS data reduction.(GPS-Related Software)
August 1, 2004... University Technologies International Inc.'s Satellite And Inertial Navigation Technology (SAINT) reduces inertial and GPS data to obtain accurate position, velocity and altitude estimates in real time or post mission. Some of the...

GPS plug-in for GIS software.(GPS-Related Software)
August 1, 2004... Digital Data Technologies Inc. (DDTI) has developed a GPS plug-in for its free AccuGlobe 2004 GIS software. The GPS plug-is capable of on-the-fly latitude and longitude transformation to all U.S. state plane zones. The software enables users to...

Navigation software for lidar.(GPS-Related Software)
August 1, 2004... Filanda Inc.'s SoftNav Lidar Edition navigation software is specifically adapted for lidar aerial specifications. The software features a graphical navigation display, complete on-screen flight information, advanced data logging and an...

Almanac.(Directory)
August 1, 2004... GPS SATELLITE INFORMATION United States and Canada Navigation Information Service (NIS) Sponsored by the U.S. Coast Guard Navigation Center, this site offers GPS constellation status, scheduled outage updates, user advisories, and...

Mileage tax road tested.(GPS Inside)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Working under a grant from the Oregon Department of Transportation, two engineering professors at Oregon State University designed and demonstrated a GPS and wireless system for "vehicle miles traveled" (VMT) that could replace the state's...

GenX Mobile from @Road veterans.(Launches)
August 1, 2004... Two founders of the fleet management service company @Road announced the first products from their new venture, GenX Mobile Incorporated (GMI) of San Jose, California, established in May 2003. Former @Road CEO Rod Fan and GenX CTO David Mleczko...

NovAtel ships new WAAS receivers.(Launches)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... NovAtel Inc. of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, announced shipment of the first Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) receivers and L1/L5 Signal Generators in March 2004 to Raytheon Co. for the WAAS Final Operational Capability (FOC) program and the...

Pacific Crest patent, Data Link upgrade.(Launches)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Pacific Crest Corp. announced receipt of a U.S. patent that covers the combination of radio modem and GPS technologies in ways that reduce cost and improve performance of a GPS system used in survey and other precision applications. The company...

Alcatel AGPS mobilcomm server.(Launches)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Alcatel, a service provider to telecommunications carriers, has introduced its 8607 assisted GPS (AGPS) server for GSM mobile networks. The Paris, France-based company also expanded its AGPS assistance program for wireless service providers....

GPSteer, GPS speed from CSI wireless.(Launches)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... CSI Wireless Inc. of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, introduced GPSteer, an automatic steering system for tractors and other self-propelled agricultural equipment. The aftermarket product automatically steers vehicles along consistently straight or...

NemeriX funded for expansion.(Deals)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... NemeriX S.A., a fabless semi-conductor company and GPS chipset provider located in Manno, Switzerland, announced a E3.5 million investment from Poly Technos Venture-Partners, a venture capital firm headquartered in Munich, Germany, as part of a...

SiRF goes to India, protects L-server.(Deals)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... SiRF Technology Holdings, Inc. of San Jose, California, announced the establishment of wholly-owned subsidiary SiRF Technology (India) Pvt. Ltd., and a new development center in Noida, India. SiRF India will focus on new product...