[Satellite TODAY 09-24-09] Raytheon has achieved live satellite M-code tracking with its Modernized User Equipment (MUE) program, which receives signals from the GPS constellation, the company announced Sept. 23.
    The technology on the MUE program is replacing legacy receiver systems and aims to bring modernized M-code GPS navigation capabilities, enhanced accuracy and security solutions to the joint warfighter.
    The company called the accomplishment a milestone in its efforts to complete and deliver pre-production receiver to the U.S. Department of Defense in November. The U.S. Air Force awarded Raytheon a development contract for an MUE receiver in June 2006.

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