Current NGS Reference Frame is NAD 83 (2011) Epoch 2010.00 for the conterminous U.S.

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In 2007 the LSU Center for GeoInformatics (C4G) launched a Real-Time Network (RTN) utilizing special software that taps into the power of the Louisiana Spatial Reference Center’s Continuously Operating Reference Station (CORS) infrastructure offering subscribers a statewide Real Time Kinematic (RTK) Virtual Reference Station (VRS) service, or simply RTN. By using C4G’s RTN services, subscribers can save time and make better use of GNSS equipment with the benefit of being automatically tied into the NSRS and Louisiana’s Vertical Geodetic Control throughout the entire State while receiving Real-Time Network GPS/GNSS positions within the 3D error space of a golf ball.

C4Gnet.XYZ RTN data are based on the NGS reference frame coordinates which are currently in IGS08 epoch 2005.00 and NAD 83(2011) Position (Epoch 2010.00) adjustment.

As with all Global Navigation Satellite System-based positioning, C4Gnet.XYZ RTN measures ellipsoid heights that can be related to orthometric datums like NAVD88 by way of applying a geoid model or through a local network adjustment; the latter is accomplished by including and holding fixed several NGS benchmarks with valid coordinates. Currently, GEOID18 is the National Geodetic Survey’s (NGS) latest hybrid geoid model, which enables GPS users to access orthometric heights that are consistent with official vertical datum (NAVD88) of the National Spatial Reference System (NSRS).

C4GNet.XYZ ties rovers in Louisiana into the National Spatial Reference System (NSRS) by constraining its RTN to the coordinates published by NGS for each of their National CORS. This creates a dynamic connection for GNSS rovers to the vertical control standard in Louisiana as outlined by the State Legislator in 2006 with LA Revised Statute Act 194, Section 1. R.S. 50:173.1.

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Access to the C4G’s RTN services are available through the C4G’s Web Store by a variety of subscription options. All RTN users must complete the registration process and electronically acknowledge compliance with the end-user Terms of Service agreement.

C4G currently offers Real-Time Network service products under the name of C4Gnet.XYZ in three different markets; surveying, agriculture and GIS/Mapping.

The LSU College of Engineering has a clear understanding with C4G’s constituents and partners, as well as a definitive commitment to continued success and expansion of the Center for GeoInformatics.

Technical inquiries should be directed to:

Randy L. Osborne – Ph: 225-578-4609 or 225-328-8976 – rosbor1@lsu.edu
Vasiliy ‘Vas’ Dubinin – Ph: 225-578-0576 – vdubinin@lsu.edu

System and training inquiries should be directed to:

Clifford J. Mugnier
Chief of Geodesy
225-578-4578
cjmce@lsu.edu