# Case Studies
GSG-8 and SecureSync Platforms Combined to Support GMV in the RIPTIDE Project
Background
GMV Innovating Solutions S.R.L. (Romania) contacted Orolia regarding the development of the RIPTIDE project they are currently leading in the European Space Agency (ESAThe European Space Agency is a group of countries in Europe and Canada dedicated to the exploration of space as well as other scientific space missions. As of 2022 there are 22 member states that make up this intergovernmental organization.) NAVISP programme.
The main ambition of the Resilient PNTPosition, Navigation, and Timing: PNT and map data combine to create the GPS service. for the Black Sea and Danube Region (RIPTIDE) project is the development of a robust PNT framework to limit the impact of GNSSGlobal navigation satellite system (GNSS): A general term describing any satellite constellation that provides positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) services on a global or regional basis. See also vulnerabilities on maritime and inland waterways’ PNT applications within the Black Sea and Danube Lower Basin region.
In 2017, a mass GPS spoofing attack occurred in the Black Sea, raising government concerns about GNSS-reliant applications’ protection.
Solution
While developing specific spoofing testing applications to be tested on a moving vessel, GMV Romania first purchased a GSG-8 Advanced Simulator based on the Skydel Simulation Engine, enabling them to run multiple scenarios on various constellations to simulate spoofing attacks on the vessel and evaluate their impact on the operational environment to support the development of their resilient PNT solution.
In order to reach the highest level of testing accuracy, Orolia recommended the SecureSync Platform as a GPSGlobal Positioning System is a navigation satellite system. See also timing receiver and distribution system to synchronize the GSG-8 and, therefore, provide the simulation platform with accurate timing.
Result
GMV Romania is now able to generate multiple spoofing scenarios with the highest level of timing accuracy by combining the accuracy of the SecureSync platform with the power of the GSG-8 simulator on live sky.
This bespoke solution from Orolia allows them to test their PNT solutions in real-world situations.
Download our latest publication on how to use SecureSync for synchronizing the GSG-8 to get more detail on this implementation.
You can also read our latest technical note on Timing calibration of a GNSS receiver to learn more.
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