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103-0156-01L 2 Credits BSC D-BAUG
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Navigation

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Alain Geiger
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:29:23

Abstract

Course on mathematical foundations of navigation and basic solutions of navigational problems.

Objective

Students know the mathematical tools in navigation. They are able to further consolidate their navigational knowlegde by their own. They know some basic solution principles in navigation.

Content

Geometry on the surface, Charts, course, rhumbline, orthodrome, maneuver, trajectories, earth magnetic field, observables, observation equations of different systems (satellites, DME/DME, VOR, radar, INS...), error estimation, Kalman filtering, basics of system control.

Resources

Lecture Notes

NavigationAlain Geiger, GGL-ETHZ

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 30 minutes

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Navigation
  • Mon 09:45-11:30 (HIL D 60.1)
2 h weekly

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