Gold codes

A Gold code, also known as Gold sequence, is a type of binary sequence, used in telecommunication (CDMA) and satellite navigation (GPS). Gold codes are named after Robert Gold.

1. How many Gold Codes are there?
2. Which code is known as gold code?
3. Where are the Gold Codes?
4. Who holds Gold Codes?

How many Gold Codes are there?

For this situation there are 65 different Gold-codes available and the maximum full-code cross-correlation is 17.

Which code is known as gold code?

A gold code is a set of random sequences, often called pseudo-noise (PN) sequences, that are statistically uncorrelated. Gold codes are used in CDMA as chipping sequences that allow several callers to use the same frequency, resulting in less interference and better utilization of the available bandwidth.

Where are the Gold Codes?

The codes the commander-in-chief has are also known as the Gold Codes. They identify the president and confirm the president's authority to order a nuclear attack. These codes are printed on the Biscuit, a credit-card-sized slip of plastic.

Who holds Gold Codes?

The Gold Codes are the launch codes for nuclear weapons provided to the president of the United States in his role as commander-in-chief of the armed forces. In conjunction with the nuclear football, the Gold Codes allow the president to authorize a nuclear attack.