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The algorithms presented here are for open loop tracking techniques in reflected GNSS signals for the purposed of making surface remote sensing observations. Initially, the algorithms are demonstrated using high resolution sampled data from the NASA Cyclone GNSS (CYGNSS) mission over ocean and land surfaces. Subsequently. the algorithm performance over ocean regions is analyzed in detail using a larger data set. As part of the analysis, the algorithm is assessed for its speed of convergence, to demonstrate general compatibility with spacecraft instrument processing limitations. Results indicate that over ocean regions is it possible to robustly predict in real time the Doppler frequency and code phase time delay of multiple reflected signal to sufficient precision to make science observations of the scattering surface. 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