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IEEE/ION PLANS 2008 - Hyatt Regency Hotel - Monterey, CA - May 5-8, 2008

Technical Sessions

Tuesday
Morning

8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Tuesday
Afternoon

2 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday
Morning

8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Wednesday
Afternoon

2 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Thursday
Morning

8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Thursday
Afternoon

2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Spyglass
A1. GNSS/INS Integration
Spyglass
A2. Inertial Technology
Spyglass
A3. Testing of INS, GNSS & Integrated Systems
Spyglass
A4. Indoor/Personal Navigation 2
Cypress
A5. Receiver & Sensor Hardware
Spyglass
A6. Inertial Sensor Integration, Error Modeling, Calibration
Windjammer
B1. Timing Algorithms & Applications
Cypress
B2. Aircraft Applications
Cypress
B3. Agriculture & Robotics
Windjammer
B4. Space Navigation Sensors, Algorithms
Windjammer B
B5. Subsea & Surface Marine Navigation Sensors, Algorithms & Systems
Cypress
B6. Unmanned Airborne Vehicles: Algorithms & Applications
Big Sur
C1. Pedestrian Personal Navigation, First Responders
Big Sur
C2. Indoor/Personal Navigation 1
Big Sur
C3. Vision Lidar Integration 1
Big Sur
C4. Vision Lidar Integration 2
Big Sur
C5. Land Vehicle Navigation - GNSS, INS, Integrated Systems 1
Big Sur
C6. Land Vehicle Navigation - GNSS, INS, Integrated Systems 2
Cypress
D1. GNSS Signal Processing: Acquisition, Tracking & Performance Analysis
Windjammer
D2. Multipath-Characterization, Mitigation & Exploitation of Multipath
Windjammer
D3. Precise Positioning
Cypress
D4. Terrestrial Radionavigation
Spyglass
D5. GNSS Modernization
Windjammer
D6. Weak Signal Processing
Regency Ballroom
12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Informal Luncheon in Exhibit Hall
Regency Ballroom
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Exhibitor Hosted
Meet and Greet Social
Regency Ballroom
12 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Informal Luncheon in Exhibit Hall
  Monterey Ballroom
(Main Reception Bldg.)
12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Awards Luncheon
 

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Tuesday Morning, May 6

  Session A1: GNSS/INS Integration
  8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Spyglass


Co-chair
Ray Breslau
Consultant to Titan Systems


Co-chair
James Waid
Honeywell

1. GPS/INS Integration with Fault Detection and Exclusion in Shadowed Environments: B.J. Clark, D.M. Bevly, Auburn University
2. Impact of Carrier Power to Noise Power Density Ratio, Platform Dynamics, and IMU Quality on Deeply Integrated Navigation: M. Lashley, Navigation Technology Associates; D. Bevly, J. Hung, Auburn University
3. Performance of a Deeply Coupled Commercial Grade GPS/INS System from KVH and NovAtel: S. Kennedy, NovAtel Inc., Canada; J. Rossi, KVH Industries
4. An Evaluation of Nonlinear Filtering Algorithms for Integrating GNSS and Inertial Sensor Measurements: R. Schubert, N. Mattern, G. Wanielik, Chemnitz University of Technology, Germany
5. A Comparison of GPS/INS Integration Methods for Strapdown Airborne Gravimetry: R.A. Deurloo, L. Bastos, M.S. Bos, Astronomical Observatory of the University of Porto, Portugal
6. Application of a Sigma-point Kalman Filter for Alignment of MEMS-IMU: Q. Wang, C. Rizos, Y. Li, University of New South Wales, Australia; S. Li, Beijing Institute of Technology, China

Alternates
1. Application of the Manifold-Constrained Unscented Kalman Filter: B.J. Sipos, Lockheed Martin Systems Integration
2. Development of an Italian Low Cost GNSS/INS Universally Suitable System for Mobile Mapping: C. Porporato, M. De Agostino, Politecnico di Torino, Italy
3. Efficient Gaussian Mixture Filter for Hybrid Positioning: S. Ali-Loytty, Tampere University of Technology, Finland

  Session B1: Timing Algorithms & Applications
  8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Windjammer


Co-chair
Edward Powers
U.S. Naval Observatory


Co-chair
John Kitching
NIST

1. Compact, Low-Power Chip-Scale Atomic Clock: J.F. DeNatale, R.L. Borwick, C. Tsai, P. Stupar, Y. Lin, Teledyne Scientific Company; R.A. Newgard, R. Berquist, Rockwell Collins, Inc.; M. Zhu, Agilent Laboratories
2. HORACE: A Compact Clock with Laser-cooled Caesium Atoms: F-X. Esnault, S. Tremine, S. Perrin, D. Holleville, S. Guerandel, N. Dimarcq, LNE-SYRTE - Observatoire de Paris, France
3. Atomic Clock Error Modeling for GNSS Software Platform: M.Y. Shin, L. Meilin, C. Park, S.J. Lee, Chungnam National University, South Korea
4. Using of Spirent GPS/Galileo HW Simulator for Timing Receiver Calibration : U. Grunert, S. Thoelert, H. Denks, J. Furthner, German Aerospace Centre (DLR), Germany
5. Effects of Time Synchronization Errors in GNSS-aided INS: I. Skog, P. Handel, Signal Processing Lab, Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden
6. Innovative Strategy for Vehicle Position Certification on the Basis of GNSS Reference Time: A. Tomatis, Politecnico di Torino, Italy; D. Orgiazzi, P. Mulassano, Istituto Superiore Mario Boella, Italy

Alternates
1. Estimation of the Clock Tie State Space Model using a Thinning Unbiased Fir Filtering Algorithm: Y.S. Shmaliy, O. Ibarra-Manzano, L.J. Morales-Mendoza, O.Y. Shmaliy, Guanajuato University, Mexico
2. A Holdover Algorithm for Applications in GPS-Based Clock Synchronization: Y.S. Shmaliy, O. Ibarra-Manzano, L.J. Morales-Mendoza, O.Y. Shmaliy, L. Arceo-Miquel, J. Zavala de Paz, J.M. Moreno-Reyes, Guanajuato University, Mexico

  Session C1: Pedestrian Personal Navigation, First Responders
  8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Big Sur


Co-chair
Dr. Maarten Uijt de Haag
Ohio University


Co-chair
Dr. Guenter Hein
University FAF Munich, Germany

1. Cascaded Estimation Architecture for Integration of Foot-Mounted Inertial Sensors: B. Krach, P. Robertson, German Aerospace Center (DLR), Germany
2. Use of a New Pedometric Dead Reckoning Module in GPS Denied Environments: T. Judd, T. Vu, Honeywell International
3. Multi-sensor Personal Navigator Supported by Adaptive Knowledge Based System: Performance Assessment: D.A. Grejner-Brzezinska, C. Toth, S. Moafipoor, The Ohio State University
4. Indoor PDR Performance Enhancement using Minimal Map Information and Particle Filters: S. Beauregard, University of Bremen, Germany; M. Klepal, Widyawan, Cork Institute of Technology, Ireland
5. Differential Barometry in Personal Navigation: J. Parviainen, J. Kantola, J. Collin, Tampere University of Technology, Finland
6. Towards Operational Systems for Continuous Navigation of Rescue Teams: M. Angermann, M. Khider, P. Robertson, German Aerospace Center (DLR), Germany

  Session D1: GNSS Signal Processing: Acquisition, Tracking, & Performance Analysis
  8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Cypress


Co-chair
Steve Rounds
L-3 Communications


Co-chair
Dr. Richard Langley
University of New Brunswick, Canada

1. Frequency Domain Block Filtering GNSS Receivers: H. Saarnisaari, Centre for Wireless Communications/Univ., Finland
2. Self-Assistance for GNSS, ie Extended Ephemeris without Network or Internet: P. Mattos, STMicroelectronics R&D Ltd., UK
3. Robust DLL Discrimination Functions Normalization in GNSS Receivers: D. Borio, L. Lo Presti, Politecnico di Torino, Italy; M. Fantino, M. Pini, Istituto Superiore Mario Boella, Italy
4. GNSS Receiver Tracking Loop Design for Spinning Vehicles: J.W. Kim, L. Melin, D-H. Hwang, S.J. Lee, Chungnam National University, South Korea
5. Acquisition Systems for GNSS Signals with the Same Code and Bit Rates: L. Lo Presti, Politecnico di Torino, Italy; M. Fantino, P. Mulassano, Istituto Superiore Mario Boella, Italy
6. On Coexistence of In-band UWB-OFDM and GPS Signals: Tracking Performance Analysis: Y.J. Morton, D. Garmatyuk, X. Mao, Miami University

Alternates
1. Assessment on Low Complexity C/No Estimators Based on a M-PSK Signal Model for GNSS Receivers: E. Falletti, M. Pini, Istituto Superiore Mario Boella, Itlay; L. Lo Presti, Politecnico di Torino, Italy
2. The Adaptive Combined Receiver Tracking Filter Design for High Dynamic Situations: K-H. Kim, G-I. Jee, J-H. Song, Konkuk University, South Korea
3. Research on the Downsampling Differential Detector for Acquisition Method of GPS Signal: C. Song, F. Wang, S. Yong, Z. Zhuang, National University of Defense Technology, China

Tuesday Afternoon, May 6

  Session A2: Inertial Technology
  2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Spyglass


Co-chair
Dr. Aboelmagd Noureldin
Royal Military College of Canada


Co-chair
Ralph Hopkins
Draper Laboratory

1. Issues in Wearable Biomechanical Inertial Sensor Systems: B. Dillard, K. Narayanan, V. Trent, M. Greene, Archangel Systems, Inc.; S. Redkar, Arizona State University
2. Eyeball: An Inertial Helmet Mounted Cueing System: I. Iatsiv, I. Kadosh, N. Maimon, M. Naroditzky, I. Rave, H. Rotstein, Rafael - Advanced Defense Systems, Israel
3. MEMS IMU for AHRS and Missiles Applications: W. Geiger, J. Bartholomeyczik, U. Breng, W. Gutmann, M. Hafen, E. Handrich, M. Huber, U. Kempfer, H. Kopmann, J. Kunz, P. Leinfelder, R. Ohmberger, U. Probst, M. Ruf, G. Spahlinger, A. Rasch, J. Straub-Kalthoff, M. Stroda, K. Stumpf, C. Weber, M. Zimmermann, S. Zimmermann, Northrop Grumman, Electronic Systems, LITEF GmbH, Germany
4. Gun Hard Inertial Measurement Unit Based on MEMS Capacitive Accelerometer and Rate Sensor: S. Habibi, Colibrys Switzerland Ltd., Switzerland; S.J. Coopert, Atlantic Inertial Systems, Ltd., UK; J-M. Stauffer, B. Dutoit, Colibrys Switzerland Ltd., Switzerland
5. A Set of High Accuracy Low Cost Metallic Resonator CVG: V.V. Chikovani, Y.A. Yatsenko, A.S. Barabashov, V.A. Kovalenko, Innalabs Inc. Holding Inc., Ukraine
6. Precision Navigation for UAV´s, Mini-Munitions, and Handhelds Through Application of Low Cost Accurate MEMS IMU/INS Technology: M. Tanenhaus, JayMart Sensors; D. Carhoun, Consultant; A. Holland, Eminent MicroSystems

Alternate
1. Tactical Grade MEMS Gyroscope: J. Gingrich, S. Cooper, H. Williams, Atlantic Inertial Systems

  Session B2: Aircraft Applications
  2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Cypress


Co-chair
Dr. Todd Walter
Stanford University


Co-chair
Frank Lorge
Federal Aviation Administration

1. WAAS Measurement Processing; Current Design and Potential Improvements: K. Shallberg, Zeta Associates, Inc.; F. Sheng, Raytheon Corporation
2. Test Results for the WAAS Signal Quality Monitor: P-H. Hsu, T. Chiu, Y. Golubev, Raytheon Company; R.E. Phelts, Stanford University
3. A Position Domain Relative RAIM Method: Y.C. Lee, The MITRE Corporation/CAASD
4. Mitigation of Anomalous Ionosphere Threat to Enhance Utility of LAAS Differentially Corrected Positioning Service (DCPS): Y.S. Park, S. Pullen, P. Enge, Stanford University
5. Benefit of Tightly Coupled GPS/IRS for RNP Operations at Terrain Challenged Airports: J. McDonald, Honeywell; J. Kendrick, Naverus
6. Flight Test Results and Loose-Integration of Dual Airborne Laser Scanners (DALS)/INS: A.K. Vadlamani, M. Uijt de Haag, Ohio University

Alternates
1. Reduction of Ionosphere Divergence Error in GPS Code Measurement Smoothing by use of a Non-linear Process: S. Sen, J. Rife, Tufts University
2. Ground-based Regional Augmentation System (GRAS) Design and Performance Evaluation: M.A. Essawy, J. Syrstad, G. McKelvey, M. Brenner, D. Jensen, Honeywell Aerospace Electronic Systems Engineering & Applications
3. LANDING: Added Assistance to Pilots on Small Aircraft Provided by EGNOS: J.M.V. Oliveira, C.C.J.M. Tiberius, Delft University of Technology ,The Netherlands

  Session C2: Indoor/Personal Navigation 1
  2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Big Sur


Co-chair
Dr. Maarten Uijt de Haag
Ohio University


Co-chair
Dr. Guenter Hein
University FAF Munich, Germany

1. Performance Enhancement of GNSS Positioning in Critical Scenarios by Wireless Communications Systems: C. Mensing, S. Sand, German Aerospace Center (DLR), Germany
2. Optimal Data Fusion for Pedestrian Navigation Based on UWB and MEMS: V. Renaudin, B. Merminod, Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne, Switzerland; M. Kasser, Ecole Nationale des Sciences Geographiques, France
3. WPI Precision Personnel Locator System -Inertial Navigation Supplementation: V. Amendolare, D. Cyganski, J. Duckworth, S. Makarov, W. Michalson, J. Orr, J. Coyne, H. Daempfling, B. Woodacre, Worcester Polytechnic Institute
4. Statistical Characterisation of the Indoor Pseudorange Error using Low Cost Receivers: T. Jost, P. Robertson, DLR Institute of Communications and Navigation, Germany
5. Device Design and Options and Considerations for Embedded Tracking of Assets: R. Fuller, Geotrax
6. Timing Error Suppression Scheme for CDMA Network Based Positioning System: S.M. Kim, H.D. Choi, Y.W. Park, Yeungnam University, South Korea

  Session D2: Multipath - Characterization, Mitigation & Exploitation of Multipath
  2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Windjammer


Co-chair
Dr. Gary McGraw
Rockwell Collins


Co-chair
Dr. Angela Dorsey
Jet Propulsion Laboratory

1. Performance Analysis of MBOC, AltBOC and BOC Modulations in Terms of Multipath Effects on the Carrier Tracking Loop within GNSS Receivers: M. Fantino, G. Marucco, P. Mulassano, M. Pini, Istituto Superiore Mario Boella, Italy
2. GNSS Performance Enhancement in Urban Environment Based on Pseudo-range Error Model: N. Viandier, D.F. Nahimana, J. Marais, INRETS/LEOST, France; E. Duflos, EC-Lille/LAGIS, France
3. Utilizing Multipath Reflections in Deeply Integrated GPS/INS Architecture for Navigation in Urban Environments: A. Soloviev, F. van Graas, Ohio University
4. Low Complexity Ultra-Wideband Ranging in Indoor Multipath Environments: G. Bellusci, G.J. M. Janssen, J. Yan, C.C. J.M. Tiberius, Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands
5. Indoor Geolocation Using RF Multipath With Probabilistic Data Association: D.E. Gustafson, M.S. Bottkol, J.R. Parry, J.M. Elwell, Charles Stark Draper Laboratory
6. Spectral Analysis and Low-Frequency Multipath Mitigation for Kinematic Applications: E.M. de Souza, J.F.G. Monico, A. Pagamisse, W.G.C. Polezel, Sao Paulo State University, Brazil

Alternates
1. Complexity Reduced Multipath Mitigation in GNSS with the Granada Bit-true Software Receiver: I. Groh, S. Sand, German Aerospace Center (DLR), Germany
2. An MCMC Algorithm for BOC and AltBOC Signaling Acquisition in Multipath Environments: F. Brahim, ENST Bretagne, France; O. Rabaste, AstroParticle And Cosmology, France; T. Chonavel, ENST-Bretagne, France
3. Multipath Effects in Ionospheric Delay´s Correction of Different Multi-Frequency Algorithms: M. Wang, F. Wang, National University of Defense Technology, China
4. Remote Sensing Soil Moisture of Ground by using Reflected GPS Signals L1 & L2 Observation and Reflectivity with an Integrated GPS Receiver: L-C. Shen, C-L. Tsai, Earth Research and Academy, Taiwan; J-C. Juang, Electronic Machine and Academy, Taiwan; C-L. Tseng, Chia-nan University of Pharmacy & Science, Taiwan

Wednesday Morning, May 7

  Session A3: Testing of INS, GNSS, & Integrated Systems
  8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Spyglass


Co-chair
Peter Boulton
Spirent Communications PLC, United Kingdom


Co-chair
Randall Curey
Northrop Grumman

1. GPS End-To-End System Test & Evaluation Methodology : A. Fisher, D. Ruff, A. Trunzo, V. Avila, G. Schroeder, G. Fairbanks, 746th Test Squadron
2. Hardware-in-the-loop Testing of the NATO STANAG 4572 Interface using High Precision Navigation Equations: R.J. Handley, R.F. Stokes, J. Stevenson, QinetiQ, UK; J.I.R. Owen, DSTL, UK
3. GPS Micro-Jammer : J.L. Diaz, R. Pearson, 746th Test Squadron
4. Radio Interference Effects on Commercial GNSS Receivers Using Measured Data: C. Weber, T. Jost, C. Schandorf, M. Meurer, German Aerospace Centre (DLR), Germany
5. Performance Analysis of GAGAN Signal in Space: S.M. Regar, S. Nandulal, J. Varaprasad, S. Sunda, N.R. Das, M. Irrulapan, Airports Authority of India, India; P.V. Khekale, Space Applications Centre, India; P. Soma, ISRO Telemetry Tracking and Command Network, India
6. Phase Scintillation Statistics and Modeling Considerations for Canadian Latitudes: R. Tiwari, S. Skone, University of Calgary, Canada

Alternates
1. Determination of GPS RF Signal Strengths: G.V. Rosenbaum, General Dynamics, AIS
2. A Unique Approach to Wavefront Calibration: E. Thompson, 746th Test Squadron; A. Reed, Spirent Communications,UK
3. GNSS Jammer Source Signal Simulator: R. Di, Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, China; X. Li, X. Du, Beijing Institute of Telemetry Technology, China

  Session B3: Agriculture & Robotics
  8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Cypress


Co-chair
Reza Ehsani
University of Florida

Co-chair
George Dedes
Topcon

1. Farmers Strive to Improve Quality, While Respecting the Environment Agricultural Policy and Law for the New Galileo Constellation: M. Spada, University of Roma "La Sapienza", Italy
2. Evaluation of Automatically Steered Agricultural Vehicles: F. Rovira-Mas, Polytechnic University of Valencia, Spain; S. Han, J.F. Reid, John Deere Technology Center, USA
3. Lever Arm Compensation for Agricultural Machine Automation: Y. Geng, A. Cole, A. Dempster, C. Rizos, J. Wang, University of New South Wales, Australia
4. Carrier-Phase Multipath Calibration in GPS-RTK Machine-Guidance Applications: L. Serrano, Leica-Geosystems AG, Switzerland/ University of New Brunswick, Canada; D. Kim, R. Langley, University of New Brunswick, Canada
5. A Low-Cost Hybrid SDINS/Multi-Camera Vision System for a Hand-held Tool Positioning: N. Parnian, University of Waterloo, Canada; F. Golnaraghi, Fraser University, Canada
6. Bridging GPS Outages in the Agricultural Environment using Virtualite Measurements: A. Cole, J. Wang, C. Rizos, A.G. Dempster, University New South Wales, Australia

Alternate
1. Vision Aided Inertial Sensing for Micromanipulation Tasks: W.T. Latt, H. Mingli, U-X. Tan, W.T. Ang, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

  Session C3: Vision Lidar Integration 1
  8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Big Sur


Co-chair
Maj. Michael Veth
Air Force Institute of Technology


Co-chair
Dr. Mikel Miller
Air Force Research Labatory

1. Backing up GPS in Urban Areas using a Scanning Laser: M. Jabbour, P. Bonnifait, Laboratoire Heudiasyc UMR UTC CNRS, France
2. Tight Coupling of GPS, Laser Scanner, and Inertial Measurements for Navigation in Urban Environments: A. Soloviev, F. van Graas, Ohio University
3. Simultaneous Probabilistic Localization and Learning: A New Algorithm for Online Learning: B.B. Parodi, A. Szabo, J. Bamberger, Siemens AG, Germany; J. Horn, Helmut-Schmidt University/University FAF, Germany
4. A Tutorial in Vision Assisted Navigation: E. Rivlin, Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, Israel; H. Rotstein, Rafael - Advanced Defense Systemes, Israel
5. An Evaluation of the Tight Optical Integration (TOI) Algorithm Sensitivity to Inertial and Camera Errors: S. Bhattacharya, T. Arthur, M. Uijt de Haag, Z. Zhu, Ohio University; K. Scheff, Naval Research Laboratory
6. Vision and Lidar Navigation: K. Krishnaswamy, Honeywell Advanced Technology

Alternates
1. An Algorithm for the Extraction of Static Features from 3D Flash LADAR Datasets: Supporting Navigation in GPS Challenged Environments: J.N. Markiel, D. Grejner-Brzezinska, C. Toth, The Ohio State University
2. Implementation of a Flash-LADAR Aided Inertial Navigator: J. Campbell, AFRL/RYRN; M. Uijt de Haag, D. Venable, A. Soloviev, Ohio University

  Session D3: Precise Positioning
  8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Windjammer


Co-chair
Dr. Boris Pervan
Illinois Institute of Technology


Co-chair
Dr. Sally Basker
General Lighthouse Authorities of the United Kingdom & Ireland, Canada

1. Geometry Extra-Redundant Almost Fixed Solutions: A High Integrity Approach for Carrier Phase Ambiguity Resolution for High Accuracy Relative Navigation: S. Wu, S.R. Peck, R.M. Fries, Raytheon Company; G.A. McGraw, Rockwell Collins
2. A New Approach for Calculating Position Domain Integrity Risk for Cycle Resolution in Carrier Phase Navigation Systems: S. Khanafseh, B. Pervan, Illinois Institute of Technology
3. Precise Point Positioning with 4 Galileo Frequencies: P. Henkel, Technische Universitat Munchen, Germany; C. Gunther, German Aerospace Center (DLR), Germany
4. Precise Kinematic Positioning Using Low Cost GPS Receivers and an Integer Ambiguity Constraint: J. Pinchin, C. Hide, D. Park, Geospatial Research Centre, New Zealand; X-Q. Chen, University of Canterbury, New Zealand
5. The Effect of the Antenna Phase Response on the Ambiguity Resolution: L. Wirola, I. Kontola, J. Syrjarinne, Nokia Inc., Finland
6. Performance Analysis of an Alternative Technique for Relative Positioning by GPS: A. El-Mowafy, The United Arab Emirates University, United Arab Emirates

Alternates
1. Mobile surveying experiment using network RTK: S. Usui, M. Saito, K. Kaneko, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Japan; G. Wubbena, Geo++ GmbH, Germany
2. The Analysis For GPS Kinematic Precise Point Positioning Based on Single Difference Model: H. Sun, D.A. Grejner-Brzezinska, The Ohio State University

Wednesday Afternoon, May 7

  Session A4: Indoor/Personal Navigation 2
  2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Spyglass

Co-chair
Dr. Yoonkee Kim
U.S. Army CERDEC


Co-chair
Dr. R. James Duckworth
Worcester Polytechnic Institute

1. Performance Assessment of Indoor Location Technologies: R. Challamel, Thales Alenia Space; P. Tome, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology of Lausanne, Switzerland; D. Harmer, Thales Research & Technology; S. Beauregard, Technologie-Zentrum Informatik
2. System and Algorithms for Accurate Indoor Tracking using Low Cost Hardware: M. Hedley, D. Humphrey, P. Ho, CSIRO ICT Centre, Australia
3. Wireless MIMO Positioning by Using Learning Machine: Y. Wu, University of Trinidad and Tobago; J. Li, Ecole Polytechnique de Montreal, Canada
4. Wi-Fi Based Indoor Localization and Tracking Using Sigma-Point Kalman Filtering Methods: A.S. Paul, E.A. Wan, Oregon Health and Science University
5. Feasibility of Gauss-Newton Method for Indoor Positioning: J. Yan, C. Tiberius, G. Bellusci, G. Janssen, Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands
6. Robust Regression Applied to Ultrasound Location Systems: J.C. Prieto, A.R. Jimenez, J. Guevara, Institute of Industrial Automation, Spain; J. Ealo, Institute of Industrial Automation, Spain / Universidad del Valle, Colombia; F. Seco, J.O. Roa, K. Koutsou, Institute of Industrial Automation, Spain

Alternates
1. Dynamic Estimation of Optimum Path Loss Model in a RSS Positioning System: S. Mazuelas, Center for the Development of Telecommunications, Spain; F.A. Lago, University of Valladolid, Spain; J. Blas, A. Bahillo, D. Gonzalez, Center for the Development of Telecommunications, Spain; P. Fernandez, R.M. Lorenzo, E.J. Abril, University of Valladolid, Spain
2. SLL: Relations to Kohonen SOMs: B.B. Parodi, A. Szabo, J. Bamberger, Siemens AG, Germany; J. Horn, Helmut-Schmidt-University / University FAF, Germany
3. Accurate Signal Strength Prediction Based Positioning for Indoor WLAN Systems: A. Narzullaev, Y. Park, Yeungnam University, South Korea

  Session B4: Space Navigation Sensors, Algorithms
  2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Windjammer


Co-chair
Paul Graven
Microcosm, Inc.


Co-chair
Dr. John Junkins
Texas A&M University

1. An Autonomous Navigation Solution for Lunar Spacecraft Using Star Sensors: H. Zhang, H. Sang, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China; X. Shen, Xi´an Microelectronics Technology Institute, China
2. Ultra-Short Baseline Attitude Determination for Small Satellite Applications: Algorithm and In-Situ Calibration of Antenna Phase Center Motion: D. Gebre-Egziabher, R. Ahohe, G. Zheng, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
3. Noise Analysis for X-ray Navigation Systems: J. Hanson, CrossTrac Engineering; S. Sheikh, Aster Labs.; J. Collins, P. Graven, Microcosm
4. Online Time Delay Estimation of Pulsar Signals for Relative Navigation using Adaptive Filters: A.A. Emadzadeh, C.G. Lopes, J.L. Speyer, UCLA
5. Precise Orbit Determination for COSMIC Satellites Using GPS Data from Two On-board Antennas: D. Kuang, B. Iijima, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, California Institute of Technology
6. Operational Use of GPS Navigation for Space Shuttle Entry: J.L. Goodman, C.A. Propst, United Space Alliance LLC

Alternates
1. Integration of UV Sensor and X-ray Detector for Navigation Satellite Orbit Estimation: L. Qiao, J. Liu, Z. Xiong, G. Zheng, Navigation Research Center of NUAA, China
2. Interference Mitigation Based on ADC Parameters Tuning: S. Savasta, B. Motella, F. Dovis, R. Lesca, Politecnico di Torino, Italy

  Session C4: Vision Lidar Integration 2
  2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Big Sur


Co-chair
Maj. Michael Veth
Air Force Institute of Technology


Co-chair
Dr. Mikel Miller
Air Force Research Labatory

1. Demonstration of the Tight Optical Integration (TOI) Algorithm using Field Data: T. Arthur, Z. Zhu, S. Bhattacharya, K.L. Johnson, Ohio University; K. Scheff, Naval Research Laboratory
2. Performance Analysis and Integrity Aspects of Tight Optical Integration (TOI) with GPS : M. Uijt de Haag, Z. Zhu, T. Arthur, Ohio University
3. Terrain-Based Navigation: Trajectory Recovery from LiDAR Data: C.K. Toth, D.A. Grejner-Brzezinska,Y-J. Lee, The Ohio State University
4. A Marginalized Particle Filter Approach to an Integrated INS/TAP System: T. Hektor, H. Karlsson, P-J. Nordlung, Saab Aerosystems, Sweden
5. Low Cost, Low Power Structured Light Based Obstacle Detection: D.M. Ilstrup, G.H. Elkaim, UC Santa Cruz
6. Navigation Aiding using On-line Mosaicking: P. Gurfil, V. Indelman, E. Rivlin, Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, Israel; H. Rotstein, Rafael - Advanced Defense Systems, Israel

Alternates
1. An Algorithm for the Extraction of Static Features from 3D Flash LADAR Datasets: Supporting Navigation in GPS Challenged Environments: J.N. Markiel, D. Grejner-Brzezinska, C. Toth, The Ohio State University
2. Implementation of a Flash-LADAR Aided Inertial Navigator: J. Campbell, AFRL/RYRN; M. Uijt de Haag, D. Venable, A. Soloviev, Ohio University

  Session D4: Terrestrial Radionavigation
  2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Cypress


Co-chair
Karen Van Dyke
DOT/RITA/Volpe Center


Co-chair
Mitchell Narins
Federal Aviation Administration

1. Enhanced Loran: Real-time Maritime Trials: S. Basker, P. Williams, M. Bransby, D. Last, General Lighthouse Authorities of the United Kingdom and Ireland; D. Kelleher, VT Communications; G. Offermans, A. Helwig, Reelektronika
2. New Phase Code Ideas for Improved Loran Performance: P.F. Swaszek, University of Rhode Island; R.J. Hartnett, U.S. Coast Guard Academy; G.W. Johnson, Alion Science and Technology
3. H-field Antenna Considerations for eLoran Aviation Applications: C. Bartone, Ohio University, M.J. Narins, Federal Aviation Administration; W. Pelgrum, EXIAN Navigation Solutions; R. Lilley, Aviation Management Associates; L. Chen, Ohio University
4. Information Content of Loran Location-based Parameters: D. Qiu, S. Lo, P. Enge, Stanford University
5. Location Determination in WiBro(Wireless Broadband) System: J-I. Kim, J.G. Lee, Seoul National University, South Korea; G.I. Jee, Konkuk University, South Korea
6. Enhanced GPS: The Tight Integration of Received Cellular Timing Signals and GNSS Receivers for Ubiquitous Positioning: R.W. Rowe, P.J. Duffett-Smith, M.R. Jarvis, N.G. Graube, Cambridge Silicon Radio Ltd., UK

Alternates
1. Accurate Positioning Using a Planar Pseudolite Array: J. Amt, J. Raquet, M. Pachter, Air Force Institute of Technology
2. Evaluation of the IRI-2001 Model in South Korea with 3-D GPS Ionospheric Observations: S. Jin, J-U. Park, Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute, South Korea

Thursday Morning, May 8

  Session A5: Receiver & Sensor Hardware
  8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Cypress


Co-chair
John Schleppe
NovAtel Inc., Canada


Co-chair
Raymond Lackey
BAE Systems

1. Reconfigurable and Simultaneous dual Band Galileo/GPS Front-end Receiver in 0.13-um RFCMOS: N. Lofu, G. Montagna, M. Pini, A. Pizzarulli, S. Salerno, G. Sensalari, Torino Wireless, Italy
2. Dual-Band RF Receiver Chip-Set for Galileo/GPS Applications: M. Detratti, E. Lopez, E. Perez, R. Palacio, ACORDE S.A, Spain
3. Multi-system Navigation Receiver: P. Kovar, F. Vejrazka, J. Safar, M. Eska, Czech Technical University, Czech Republic
4. A Low Complexity DSP Driven Analog Impairment Mitigation Scheme for GNSS Receivers: A. Ucar, E. Cetin, I. Kale, University of Westminster, London, UK
5. Effect of Mutual Coupling on the Performance of GPS AJ Antennas: K.A. Griffith, I.J. Gupta, The Ohio State University
6. A Novel Wideband Low Multipath GPS Antenna with Non-Cutoff FSS Ground Plane Design: F. Scire´ Scappuzzo, Physical Sciences Inc.; S. Makarov, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; J. Towle, Physical Sciences Inc.

Alternates
1. Performance of a Low-cost Field Re-configurable Real-time GPS/INS Integrated System for Urban Navigation: Y. Li, P. Mumford, C. Rizos, University of New South Wales, Australia
2. GNSS Augmented with Precise Laser Tracking: M. Sippel, W. Kuntz, L. Reindl, Institute of Microsystem Technology, Germany
3. A New Pre-processing Approach Against Array Uncertainty for GNSS: C-L. Chang, J-C. Juang, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan

  Session B5: Subsea & Surface Marine Navigation Sensors, Algorithms & Systems
  8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Windjammer

Co-chair
Craig Poling
Lockheed Martin


Co-chair
Dr. James Bellingham
Monterey Bay Acquarium Research Institute

1. Integrated Underwater Navigation: R. Hartman, W. Hawkinson, K. Sweeney, Honeywell
2. Initial Results from an In-Situ Environmental Monitoring Marine Mammal Tag: G.H. Elkaim, E.B. Decker, G. Oliver, UC Santa Cruz; B. Wright, Boulder Creek
3. Robust and Efficient Terrain Navigation of Underwater Vehicles: I. Nygren, TNAV Systems, Sweden; B. Hedin, SAAB Underwater Systems AB, Sweden
4. Submarine Navigation Applications of Atom Interferometry: H. Rice, V. Benischek, Lockheed Martin
5. Bose-Einstein Interferometry and its Applications to Precision Undersea Navigation: A. Zatezalo, V. Vuletic, P. Baker, C. Poling, Scientific Systems Company, Inc.
6. Optimal Sensor Configuration for Passive Position Estimation: J. Neering, C. Fischer, M. Bordier, N. Maizi, Ecole des Mines de Paris, France

Alternates
1. Coarse Alignment for Marine SINS Using the Gravity in the Inertial Frame as a Reference: D. Gu, T. Hassan, Z. Syed, N. El-Sheimy, University of Calgary, Canada
2. Design of QFT Robust Controller for UV´s Hovering System: X. Qi, L. Zhao, J. Song, Harbin Engeneering University, China
3. On the Development of Guidance System Design for Ships Operating in Close Proximity: E. Pedersen, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway; E. Shimizu, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan; T.E. Berg, Norwegian Marine Technology, Norway

  Session C5: Land Vehicle Navigation - GNSS, INS, Integrated Systems 1
  8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Big Sur


Co-chair
Ananth Vadlamani
Ohio University


Co-chair
Dr. Andrey Soloviev
Ohio University

1. Integrity in Urban and Road Environments and its use in Liability Critical Applications: J. Cosmen-Schortmann, M.A. Martinez-Olague, M. Toledo-Lopez, M. Azaola-Saenz, GMV, Spain
2. Efficient Extended Particle Filter for Land Vehicle Navigation Applications: P. Aggarwal, N. El-Sheimy, University of Calgary, Canada
3. Novel Geolocation Technology for Geophysical Sensors for Detection and Discrimination of Unexploded Ordnance: D.A. Grejner-Brzezinska, C. Toth, H. Sun, The Ohio State University
4. Image Landmark Based Positioning in Road Safety Applications using High Accurate Maps: N. Mattern, R. Schubert, G. Wanielik, Chemnitz University of Technology, Germany
5. An Integrated Reduced Inertial Sensor System - RISS / GPS for Land Vehicle Navigation: U. Iqbal, A.F. Okou, Royal Military College of Canada; A. Noureldin, Royal Military College of Canada, /Queen´s University, Canada
6. INS Alignment With Precision Relative Position Information for Path Following in Automated Ground Vehicle Convoys: W. Travis, D.M. Bevly, Auburn University

Alternates
1. Low Cost Mobile Mapping Systems: An Italian Experience: M. Piras, A. Cina, A. Lingua, Politecnico di Torino, Italy
2. Modelling and Simulation of a Map Aided Inertial Navigation Algorithm for Land Vehicles: T. Sonmez, H.E. Bingol, Tubitak SAGE, Turkey

  Session D5: GNSS Modernization
  8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Spyglass


Co-chair
Dr. John Betz
The MITRE Corporation


Co-chair
Dr. Victor Lin
The Aerospace Corporation

1. Satellite Selection for Multi-Constellation: Z. Miaoyan, Z. Jun, Q. Yong, Beihang University, China
2. An Analysis of Some Important Performance Measures of GPS III Signals: R. Kumar, J. Holmes, The Aerospace Corporation
3. iGPS Enhanced Navigation and Global Integrated Nav-Com: C.E. Cohen, on Contract with Boeing Company; D.A. Whelan, R.W. Brumley, Boeing Company; M.L. Psiaki, B.M. Ledvina, W.J. Bencze, on Contract with Boeing Company; T.D. Peterson, Rockwell Collins; G.M. Gutt, B.G. Ferrell, R.T. Cervisi, The Boeing Company; J.D. Steinbrink, Air Force Research Laboratory; O.J. Oaks, Naval Research Laboratory
4. A Theoretical Performance Analysis of the Modernized GPS Signals: U. Engel, FGAN e.V, Germany
5. Study of Signal-Combining Methodologies for Future GPS Flexible Navigation Payload (Part II): T. Fan, V.S. Lin, P.A. Dafesh, G.H. Wang, The Aerospace Corporation
6. Recommendations on a Digital Distortion Requirement for the GPS L1C Signal: C.J. Hegarty, The MITRE Corporation; A.J. Van Dierendonck, AJ Systems

Alternates
1. Performance Evaluation of Carrier-phase Cycle Slips Detection with Future Multi-frequency GNSS Observations: S. Jin, Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute, South Korea; Y. Wu, China University of Geosciences, China; Z. Wang, J. Liu, Wuhan University, China
2. Cycle-slip Detection, Determination and Validation for Triple-Frequency GPS: Z. Dai, S. Knedlik, P. Ubolkosold, J. Zhou, O. Loffeld, ZESS, University of Siegen, Germany
3. Precise Observation of BOC Modulated Signals in the Presence of Spectacular Multipath and Noise: R.B. Harris, E.G. Lightsey, The University of Texas at Austin

Thursday Afternoon, May 8

  Session A6: Inertial Sensor Integration, Error Modeling, Calibration
  2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., Spyglass


Co-chair
Phil Bruner
Northrop Grumman


Co-chair
Kathleen Boseley
Honeywell

1. IGS-2XX: A Family of MEMS Based, Deeply Integrated, INS/GPS, Guidance, Navigation and Control Flight Management Units for Guided Projectile and Missile Applications: M.J. Cook, Rockwell Collins
2. Modeling and Overbounding Low Cost Inertial Sensor Errors: D. Gebre-Egziabher, Z. Xing, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
3. Comparison of Low-Cost GPS/INS Sensors for Autonomous Vehicle Applications: G.H. Elkaim, M. Lizarraga, UC Santa Cruz; L. Pedersen, NASA Ames Research Center
4. MEMS Sensor and Integrated Navigation Technology for Precision Guidance Applications: K. Sheard, I. Scaysbrook, D. Cox, Atlantic Inertial Systems
5. A General Theory for Inertial Navigator Error Modeling: K.G. Blankinship, Boeing
6. The Soft Iron and Hard Iron Calibration Method using Extended Kalman Filter (EKF) for Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS) : P-F. Guo, Beijing University of Aeronautics, China; H. Qiu, China Aerospace Science & Industry, China; Y-C. Yang, Nav Technology Co., China; Z. Ren, Beijing University of Aeronautics & Astronautics, China

Alternates
1. A Multi-frequency Filtering Procedure for Inertial Navigation: M. De Agostino, Politecnico di Torino, Italy
2. Optimal Linear Neuron Learning and Kalman Filter Based Backpropagation Neural Network for DGPSINS Integration: F. Ibrahim, Visteon Co.
3. Advanced Methods for Compensating Raw MEMS-Based IMU Errors in INS/GPS Integration: A Real-Data Test and Performance Evaluation: D. Li, R. Landry, P. Lavoie, Ecole de Technologie Superieure (ETS), Universite du Quebec, Canada
4. INS-Baro Vertical Channel Performance Using Improved Pressure Altitude as a Reference: V. Chueh, T-C. Li, R. Grethel, Northrop Grumman Navigation Systems Division

  Session B6: Unmanned Airborne Vehicles: Algorithms & Applications
  2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., Cypress


Co-chair
Dr. Demoz Gebre-Egziabher
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities


Co-chair
Dr. Jacob Campbell
Air Force Research Laboratory

1. Error Analysis for a Navigational Algorithm using Correspondence and a Digital Terrain Map: O. Kupervasser, R. Lerner, E. Rivlin, Technion, Israel Institute of Technology, Israel; H. Rotstein, Rafael - Advanced Defense Systems, Israel
2. Optimal Feature Management for Landmark Navigation: D.B. Jourdan, Athena Technologies
3. Latest Developments of the TERPROM(R) Digital Terrain System: R. Powlesland, N. Wilkinson, Atlantic Inertial Systems
4. Quaternion Attitude Estimation using Multiplicative Extended Kalman Filtering for Maneuvering Miniature Air Vehicles: J.K. Hall, N.B. Knoebel, T.W. McLain, Brigham Young University
5. Localization and Perching Maneuver Tracking for a Morphing UAV: A. Hurst, A. Wickenheiser, E. Garcia, Cornell University
6. Precision Relative Navigation Solution for Autonomous Operations in Close Proximity: K. Liu, C. Moore, R. Buchler, P. Bruner, A. Fax, Northrop Grumman Navigation Systems Division; J.L. Hinchman, T. Nguyen, AFRL/VACC WPAFB; D.E. Nelson, NAWCAD; F. Ventrone, ARINC; B.R. Thorward, L-3 Communications

Alternates
1. Spatially Deconflicted Path Generation for Multiple UAVs in a Bounded Airspace: M.I. Lizarraga, G.H. Elkaim, University of California Santa Cruz; I. Kamier, V. Dobrokhodov, Naval Postgraduate School
2. UAV Formation Maintenance in Linear and Curvilinear Trajectories: T. Abdelrahman, S. Courellis, California State University, Fullerton
3. Adaptive Path Planning for a VTOL-UAV: O. Meister, N. Frietsch, C. Ascher, G.F. Trommer, University of Karlsruhe, Germany

  Session C6: Land Vehicle Navigation - GNSS, INS, Integrated Systems 2
  2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., Big Sur


Co-chair
Prof. Mark Campbell
Cornell University


Co-chair
William Travis
Auburn University

1. Redundant MEMS-IMU Integrated with GPS for Performance Assessment in Motorsports: A. Waegli, J. Skaloud, Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne, Switzerland
2. Relative Position of UGVs in Constrained Environments using Low Cost IMU and GPS Augmented with Ultrasonic Sensors: H.P. Henderson, Jr., D.M. Bevly, Auburn University
3. Teaming of an UGV with a VTOL-UAV in Urban Environments: N. Frietsch, O. Meister, C. Schlaile, G.F. Trommer, University of Karlsruhe, Germany
4. Enhancement of Global Vehicle Localization using Navigable Road Maps and Dead-Reckoning: C. Fouque, P. Bonnifait, University of Technology of Compiegne, France; D. Betaille, LCPC Nantes, France
5. Heading Accuracy Improvement of MEMS IMU/DGPS Integrated Navigation System for Land Vehicle: D. Gu, N. El-Sheimy, University of Calgary, Canada
6. Tightly-Coupled GPS / INS System Design for Autonomous Urban Navigation: I. Miller, M. Campbell, Cornell University

Alternates
1. Low Cost Mobile Mapping Systems: An Italian Experience: M. Piras, A. Cina, A. Lingua, Politecnico di Torino, Italy
2. Modelling and Simulation of a Map Aided Inertial Navigation Algorithm for Land Vehicles: T. Sonmez, Tubitak SAGE, Turkey

  Session D6: Weak Signal Processing
  2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., Windjammer


Co-chair
Dr. Sherman Lo
Stanford University


Co-chair
Greg Turetzky
SiRF Technology, Inc.

1. Implementation Approaches of Adaptive Algorithms for Crosscorrelation Effect Compensation in Weak Signal Conditions: C. Lacatus, D. Akopian, M. Shadaram, University of Texas at San Antonio
2. High Accuracy GPS Signal Tracking in Interference and Multipath Environment Using A Multi-Channel Software Receiver: Y.J. Morton, Q. Zhou, M. Brenneman, Miami University
3. Positioning with Punctured GPS: P.J. Duffett-Smith, Cambridge Silicon Radio, UK; A.R. Pratt, Orbstar Consultants, UK
4. A Novel Algorithm Structure for Weak GNSS Signal Anti-jamming: R. Di, Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, China; X. Li, X. Du, Beijing Institute of Telemetry Technology, China
5. Post-Correlation Semi-Coherent Integration For High-Dynamic and Weak GPS Signal Acquisition: C. Yang, Sigtem Technology, Inc.; T. Nguyen, AFRL/RYRN; E. Blasch, Air Force Research Laboratory/RYAA; M. Miller, AFRL/RW
6. An Assisted High-sensitivity Acquisition Technique for GPS Indoor Positioning: F. Dovis, R. Lesca, Politecnico di Torino, Italy; G. Boiero, G. Ghinamo, TILab, Telecom Italia, Italy

Alternates
1. Performance Assessment of a Sensor-Aided GNSS Signal Acquisition Scheme in Signal Degraded Environments: D. Kubrak, M. Monnerat, Thales Alenia Space, France; G. Artaud, L. Ries, CNES, France
2. GNSS Signal Acquisition and Tracking Using a Parallel Approach: C-C. Sun, S-S. Jan, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan
3. Acquisition of Weak GNSS Signals Using a New Block Averaging Pre-Processing: M. Sahmoudi, ETS, Canada; M.G. Amin, Villanova University; R. Jr. Landry, ETS, Canada

 

Pre-Conference Tutorials

Half-day session tutorials will be offered on Monday, May 5. Conference attendees wishing to attend the tutorials must register for the tutorials in addition to registering for the conference. Tutorial registration may be completed using the PLANS 2008 Registration Form.

Tutorial registration fees are as follows:
  Paid before April 4 Paid after April 4
One half-day session $275$325
Two half-day sessions$500$550
(kindly note that tutorial fees are in addition to conference registration fees)

Monday
Morning

8:30 am - Noon
Monday
Afternoon

1:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Dr. Chris Bartone
Fundamentals and Details of Satellite Navigation Using GPS
Ron Beard
Precise Time & Frequency Applications
Dr. Dorota Grejner-Brzezinska
Network-Based RTK GPS and Precise Point Positioning
Dr. James L. Farrell
Low-Cost INS
Dr. Chris Hegarty
Aviation Augmentations to GPS
G. Jeffrey Geier
Fundamental Issues Affecting GPS Integration with Inertial Systems
Ralph E. Hopkins
MEMS Inertial Technology: A Short Course
Dr. Ira M. Weiss & Allen W. Morrison
GPS Protection Toolbox: Picking the Right Technology for Interference Suppression

 

Conference Events
Spouses Programs

Tuesday, May 6
INFORMAL LUNCHEON WITH EXHIBITORS
12 p.m. - 1 p.m., Regency Ballroom

This event is included in the price of a FULL registration. Guest tickets may be purchased for $60 each.

Tuesday, May 6
SPOUSES’ COFFEE
9 a.m. - 10 a.m., Outdoor Gazebo (in back of Main Reception Building)

This hour will give you the opportunity to learn about Monterey and surrounding areas while meeting up with previous touring companions and developing new friendships. The hotel concierge will be on-site to advise you.
Tuesday, May 6
EXHIBITOR HOSTED MEET AND GREET SOCIAL
6 p.m. - 8 p.m., Regency Ballroom

Join the exhibitors as they host a social evening of information and cuisine. A cash bar will be offered.

This event is included with any type of registration. Spouses and traveling companions 21 and older are welcome.

Wednesday, May 7
INFORMAL LUNCHEON WITH EXHIBITOR

12 p.m. - 1 p.m., Regency Ballroom
This event is included in the price of a FULL registration. Guest tickets may be purchased for $60 each.

 

Wednesday, May 7
CARMEL VALLEY WINE TASTING TOUR
10:00 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Cost: $90 per person

Visit four wineries or tasting rooms in Carmel Valley (Chateau Julien, Joullian Vineyards, Berardus and Heller Estate). Tour includes a picnic lunch, winery/vineyard tour and wine tasting, and guided Carmel Valley points of interest. Cost: $90 per person (gratuity for your guide is additional and appreciated).

Please arrive on time and meet in the Regency Ballroom Lobby near the registration desk. The tour will depart promptly at 10:00 a.m. Refunds cannot be issued for no-shows or for those who arrive after the 10:00 a.m. departure time. Tours will be sold on an as-available basis. PLANS reserves the right to cancel the tour due to inadequate participation. If cancelled, full refunds will be issued.

 

Thursday, May 8
AWARDS LUNCHEON
12 p.m. - 2 p.m., Monterey Ballroom
(Main Reception Building)
The IEEE will present the Kershner Award and Walter Fried Award. For more information on IEEE Awards and how to submit a Kershner award nomination please see www.plans2008.org.

The ION will award its 2007 Annual Awards and present the 2008 ION Fellows. For more information on how to submit a nomination or for a list of past ION award recipients please see www.ion.org.

This event is included in the price of a FULL registration. Guest tickets may be purchased for $60 each.

 

 

Accommodations

The Hyatt Regency Monterey
1 Old Golf Course Road
Monterey,, CA 93940-4908
Phone: 1-800-233-1234 or 1-831-372-1234
Fax: 1-831-372-4277

The hotel overlooks The Pebble Beach Company’s Del Monte Golf Course and is near Cannery Row, the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Fisherman’s Wharf, world-class golf and shopping in Carmel-by-the-Sea. All technical sessions will be held in the Hyatt Regency’s Conference Center.

Reservations. You can make a reservation by calling 800-233-1234. International participants may call 1-831-372-1234 or fax a reservation to 1-831-372-4277. Be sure to make your reservations by April 11 to receive the special PLANS rates listed below. Be sure to identify yourself as a PLANS meeting participant to receive the following special rates: $199 single/double per night (includes a $10 per night resort fee*).

Government Reservations. A limited number of government rated rooms will be available at the 2008 federal per diem rate for those U.S. government employees traveling on government travel orders and paying with a U.S. government-issued credit card. Failure to pay for the room with a U.S. government-issued credit card will result in your reservation being honored at the group rate. Government contractors not traveling with government travel orders are not eligible for this rate. Please note that a nightly resort fee* of $10 per night will be added to the per diem rate and should be reimbursable by your agency.

* Resort Fee. The $10 per night resort fee is a mandatory nightly charge that is charged directly to you at checkout and includes in-room bottled water, local phone calls and a $5 food and beverage credit per night that may be used in the hotel’s restaurants/bar.

Transportation

Car Rental.
We recommend that you rent a car in Monterey as taxicabs are not readily available and the Hyatt is not within walking distance of a central retail/ restaurant area. Parking at the hotel is complimentary.

Driving Directions.
From Monterey Peninsula Airport (1 1/2 miles):
Exit the airport on to Olmstead Rd. Turn right on Garden Road. At the end of Garden Rd., turn left on to Mark Thomas Dr. Hotel is on left. At the next stoplight turn left on to Old Golf Course Rd.

From San Francisco or San Jose (traveling South on Highway 101): From 101 South, take the 156 West exit in the Prunedale area, just North of Salinas. Stay on 156 West for 6 miles until you reach Highway 1. Take Highway 1 South for 13.2 miles, then take the Monterey exit. The exit ramp drops on to Fremont Street, turn left on to Aguajito Road. At the second signal light, turn left on to Mark Thomas Drive and turn right into our driveway. Follow the driveway up the hill, then veer right towards Registration/Lobby area.

Taxi. One-way taxi fare to the Hyatt Regency Monterey from the Monterey Airport is approximately $15; $85 from the San Jose Airport.

Airport Shuttle. Cloud 9 Shuttle provides airport transfers on a first come, first serve basis at a cost of $15.75 per person each way. You can purchase tickets from the Cloud 9 Shuttle agent in the airport’s baggage claim area or pre-pay on-line at www.cloud9shuttle.com.

Attention International Participants

Letter of Invitation Requests. Conference attendees requesting a visa letter to attend a conference must register and pay the registration fees BEFORE a letter of invitation will be sent. If the attendee is unable to secure a visa, he/she will need to apply for a refund according to the printed refund rules of the event. Exemptions to this policy apply only to authors whose papers have been accepted for presentation, company personnel working in the exhibit area, or trade associated press. Visa letter requests should be directed to membership@ion.org.

We recommend that you apply for your visa at least two months in advance due to security related policies that have greatly increased the processing time for visa applications.

U.S. consular officers now interview most applicants as part of the application process. This can add additional time and delays. Currently there is a mandatory security check period of 30 days for people whose passports are issued from several countries, including China, North Korea, and most middle-eastern countries. Furthermore, the U.S. State Department requires citizens of many countries to obtain visas to attend any scientific program.

Visa waiver travelers from ALL 27 Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries must present either a machine-readable passport or a U.S. visa.

To learn more about the Visa Waiver Program and machine readable passports, go to:
http://travel.state.gov/visa.
For general information about visas, go to:
http://www.nationalacademies.org/visas.

April 11, 2008 16:23 ET

Announcements

Jan 18, 2008
PLANS 2008 Program Online
The IEEE/ION PLANS 2008 program is online. The program includes abstracts, hotel information and a schedule of events.


Jan 15, 2008
Registration Open for PLANS 2008
Online registration is now open for IEEE/ION PLANS 2008.


Nov 21, 2007
PLANS 2008 Tutorial Schedule
The schedule of pre-conference tutorials for IEEE/ION PLANS 2008 is now available at www.plansconference.org.

Tutorials will be offered in half-day sessions on Monday, May 5, prior to IEEE/ION PLANS 2008.