GPS Signal Generation in Simulink - Including CA Code, D Code, and Navigation Data

Resource Overview

Simulink-based GPS signal generation with full component simulation including Coarse Acquisition (CA) code, D code, and navigation message data structure implementation

Detailed Documentation

In Simulink, GPS signal generation encompasses the simulation of CA code, D code, and navigation data messages. The implementation utilizes various Simulink blocks and functions to model these signal components for GPS-related experimentation and research. Through parameter adjustments and configuration of different modules, diverse GPS signal types with varying characteristics can be generated to meet specific requirements and application scenarios. The simulation can incorporate Gold code generators for CA code sequences, BPSK modulation for D code implementation, and frame structure blocks for navigation data formatting. Furthermore, integration with additional processing modules such as FIR/IIR filters for signal conditioning and demodulators for signal analysis enables comprehensive post-processing of generated signals. This approach facilitates extraction of valuable information and data through correlation techniques, signal-to-noise ratio analysis, and bit error rate calculations using Simulink's DSP and communication toolboxes.