Cryptography and satellite navigation / Joseph J. Rushanan, James T. Gillis.
| Author/creator | Rushanan, Joseph J. |
| Other author | Gillis, James T. |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | Boston, MA : Artech House, [2025] |
| Description | xx, 330 pages illustrations 24 cm |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Ebook Central - Academic Complete |
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| Physical medium | illustrations |
| Series | Artech Nouse GNSS Technology and Applications Library Artech Nouse GNSS Technology and Applications Library http://id.loc.gov/resources/hubs/637c7359-4918-fdc8-7c1b-65a7b2b2447f |
| Contents | Part I : Satellite navigation -- Introduction -- Overview of satellite navigation -- Part II : Cryptography -- Symmetric cryptography -- Hashing -- Public key cryptography -- Cryptographic protocols -- Part III : Securing satellite navigation -- Cryptography and the satnav enterprise -- Navigation message authentication -- Spreading code protection -- Hybrid protection of a satnav signal -- Other things and going forward. |
| Abstract | Cryptography and Satellite Navigation is a comprehensive guide that offers a wide-ranging yet approachable introduction to the world of cryptography, with a particular focus on its role in navigation. In an increasingly connected world, cryptography serves as the cornerstone of secure communication, safeguarding information across countless cyber and navigation applications. The book includes a thorough explanation of the three primary cryptographic methods. Symmetric ciphers provide confidentiality through shared keys, while hashes play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity of information. Asymmetric, or public key cryptography, introduces a level of security through confidentiality and authentication, uniquely using private information to establish digital signatures. The book contains an insightful exploration of quantum computing and its profound implications for the future of cryptography. This book also delves into the practical application of cryptographic methods through cryptographic protocols, essential for the seamless functioning of everyday life. With real-world examples like the Galileo navigation system, the book demonstrates how digital signatures safeguard navigation data, while symmetric ciphers and hashing extend beyond traditional data protection to ensure the authenticity of navigation signals. This book provides valuable insights into the essential role of cryptography in both cyber and navigation domains, preparing its reader for the challenges of a rapidly evolving technological landscape, whether the reader is a seasoned professional or new to the field. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2026362214 |
| ISBN | 9781685690311 hardcover |
| ISBN | 1685690319 hardcover |
| ISBN | electronic book |
| Stock number | 10833521 IEEE |
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| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |