Algorithm for Three-Dimensional Ionospheric Radio Tomography Based on GNSS Data
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Abstract
The paper describes the design of an algorithm for three-dimensional radio tomography of electron concentration in the ionosphere based on the GNSS data. Simulation data are used to describe the algebraic reconstruction techniques underlying the algorithm design; also considered are the methods taking into account a priori information as well as the approaches to optimization of parameters of these algebraic methods. The results of the experimental ionospheric reconstruction obtained with the use of the data obtained from the satellite system of precise positioning of the Republic of Belarus are presented.
About the Authors
V. M. Artemiev
Institute of Applied Physics, National Academy of Sciences of Belarus
Belarus
Belarus
Minsk
A. O. Naumov
Institute of Applied Physics, National Academy of Sciences of Belarus
Belarus
Belarus
Minsk
P. A. Khmarski
Institute of Applied Physics, National Academy of Sciences of Belarus
Belarus
Belarus
Minsk
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Artemiev V.M., Naumov A.O., Khmarski P.A. Algorithm for Three-Dimensional Ionospheric Radio Tomography Based on GNSS Data. Gyroscopy and Navigation. 2025;33(2):103-121. (In Russ.) EDN: VZKGED
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