Center for Assured & Resilient Navigation in Advanced Transportation Systems
A Tier-1 U.S. DOT University Transportation Center (UTC) focused on Resilient Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (R-PNT) and resilient PNT-related communications in multimodal transportation.
"Protecting GPS is critical to both the economic and physical security of the United States, and that's what this Center is all about."
CARNATIONS pursues a three-pillar research strategy aimed at toughening, augmenting, and protecting PNT systems for multi-modal surface transportation.
Discover how our current projects are strengthening the safety and resilience of transportation
Our involvement with these respected organizations highlights our dedication to advancing transportation research and promoting collaboration to strengthen and improve transportation systems.
CARNATIONS connects education, research, and real-world experience to build a skilled, resilient workforce.
Courses
Take specialized courses in navigation, GPS design, and autonomous systems taught by leading faculty across CARNATIONS partner universities.
Projects
Explore your go-to resource for innovative projects and collaboration opportunities. Discover initiatives designed to advance research.
Launching Summer 2026
Join experts and leaders for in-depth webinars and events covering key topics, research, and developments.
Explore the latest news, research highlights, fieldwork stories, and breakthroughs from the CARNATIONS community.
Your contributions are building the future of transportation.
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