LoRa Alliance® Announces Expansion of Coverage with Battery-Operated Relay for LPWANs

LoRa Alliance® Announces Expansion of Coverage with Battery-Operated Relay for LPWANs

LoRa Alliance® announces to expands the coverage with battery operated relay for LPWANs

The LoRa Alliance®, the global community of businesses which supports the open LoRaWAN® standard for internet of things (IoT) low-power wide-area networks (LPWANs) has announced on October 03, to expand the LoRaWAN link-layer standard with the inclusion of a relay specification. A contender approach to achieve robust network coverage in challenging environments will be battery-operated relays that will be easy-to-deploy network coverage extensions at a minimal cost of deploying additional gateways. The battery-operated relay will be low powered, and standards-based approach enabling LoRaWAN to provide exceptional deep interior or subterranean coverage. Furthermore, it will also serve as relay data on nearby satellite-connected LoRaWAN devices.

Donna Moore, CEO and Chairwoman of the LoRa Alliance says “LoRa Alliance members identified that end users in specific markets needed a solution to achieve full network coverage due to environmental challenges surrounding their deployments.” She added: “With relay, we’re providing a standardized solution that allows for full end-to-end communications in extremely challenging underground, metal and concrete environments where sensor signals could use a boost or redirect to reach either the gateway or end-device.” It is estimated that with the adoption of relay in metering the utilities for LPWAN communication services will generate the revenue upto $2.47 billion by 2025. Ideal use case application for relay. The inclusion of relay to the LoRaWAN standard to accomplish coverage for even the most extreme circumstances (e.g., meters inside metal closets) significantly strengthens LoRaWAN’s market position in metering and utilities, as well as across key verticals such as smart cities and buildings and industrial IoT. Relay is perfect for any solution that monitors static assets in harsh settings.

    Vehicle insurance telematics
    Vehicle insurance telematics

    Although the LoRaWAN standard has establish itself for long-distance communications but there might be physical constraints where LPWAN communications may not reach(it includes turns, underground). The signal can be be reflected/relayed into a specified area. However, LoRaWAN relays now enable signals to travel where they could not previously. The document LoRaWAN TS011-1.0.0 LoRaWAN Relay Specification outlines the relaying technique used to carry LoRaWAN frames bi-directionally between an end-device and a gateway/network server through a battery-powered node. In case of gateway’s insufficient coverage, the device can be set to relay, it will transport LoRaWAN frames between an end-device and the network.

      This specification allows network coverage expansion using battery-powered relay while retaining protocol and security compatible with the LoRaWAN Link-Layer standard. The new relay nodes are battery-powered and can be deployed anywhere without the necessity of electricity or internet access making them relatively simple, cost-effective, and power efficient approach to enhance network coverage without the requirement for additional gateways.

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      Tesla Launched Its Own EV Diagnostics System as an OBD Alternative in 2023

      Tesla Launched Its Own EV Diagnostics System as an OBD Alternative in 2023

      Tesla plans to launch its own EV diagnostics system as an OBD alternative by 2023

      n March 10, 2022, it was published that Tesla will launch its own EV-tailored car diagnostics and error reporting system in South Korea in October of next year as an alternative to the widely established OBD standard. South Korea will serve as a pilot for Tesla’s EV self-diagnostics standard and is expected to expand globally from there, in later stages. Tesla has been granted an exception from the OBD standard requirements in Europe, China, and Japan. However, the Korea Transportation Safety Authority (KTSA) is pushing for the adoption of the On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) standard for local inspections but Tesla has been in conflict with authorities and has refused to utilize OBD on its newest vehicles (the Model S/X have an OBDII plug).

      The Korea Transportation Safety Authority (KTSA) has even conducted random spot checks on Tesla vehicles, inspecting wiring and dashboard error reports in the hopes that Tesla will relent. According to Kim Pil-soo, professor of automotive engineering at Daelim University “OBD data works as a significant yardstick to check the vehicle’s condition, including if the motor properly exerts power. For consumers’ safety, it is necessary for authorities to receive related data from Tesla,”

        Vehicle insurance telematics
        Vehicle insurance telematics

        The self-diagnostic capability of Tesla has raised credibility doubts with a fear that they can paper over major engineering flaws or glitches. As per the business insider: “Credibility of inspection outcomes through the Tesla-designated knowledge server shall be low because the carmaker can manipulate the information upfront. Whereas many Korean shoppers nonetheless clearly keep in mind the ‘2015 dieselgate’ by Volkswagen during which the German carmaker manipulated exhaust emissions to move the take a look at, Tesla ought to discover a truthful, credible method to assure car’s security as an alternative of relying by itself know-how,”

          According to market analysts, Tesla’s self-diagnostic capabilities may appear creative, but given the rigorous safety checks for electric vehicles in general owing to potential concerns with the high-voltage battery pack, Tesla should figure out a compromise with the local authorities.

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          Vehicle Insurance Telematics: A Way To Get Hold Of Low Auto Insurance Annual Premiums

          Vehicle Insurance Telematics: A Way To Get Hold Of Low Auto Insurance Annual Premiums

          Vehicle insurance telematics a way to get hold of low auto insurance annual premiums.

          With ever-increasing inflation and fuel price hike, vehicle insurance telematics appear to be band-aid to get hold of low annual premiums of auto insurance. Besides low premiums, vehicle insurance telematics may prove itself as waypost for safer roads. According to the poll conducted by MoneyGeek, of over 1,000 motorists which include 10% of Generation Z ((1997 – 2012), 31% were millennials (1981 – 1996), 32% were Generation X (1965 – 1980), and 26% were baby boomers (1955 – 1964). 39% of respondents stated they would opt into telematics for a 5% premium decrease, including 48% of Gen Z and 47% of millennial drivers. 37% answered they would prefer no discount, 11% a 10% discount, and 13% a 20% discount.

          The survey was conducted to understand the confidence of drivers in the insurance companies with their driving data. the results indicated that the majority would accept a discount in return for the data. More than half of respondents stated they would allow their insurers to monitor their driving in exchange for lower insurance prices.

            Vehicle insurance telematics
            Vehicle insurance telematics

            Survey respondents highlighted three reasons for their reluctance to utilize telematics insurance services: mishandling of the information leading to a privacy breach, information being utilized for legal purposes, or disclosure of their driving data might lead to marketing campaigns

              Less likely to share data about

              Location (25%)

              Acceleration (31%)

              Hard braking or cornering (32%)

              Phone usage while driving (33%)

              Comfortable in sharing data about

              Mileage traveled (51%)

              Time of day driving (42%)

              Frequency and duration of driving (41%)

              Speed (39%)

              Telematics aids in the reduction of rates for safe or low-risk drivers. While people involved in frequent accidents may pay a higher premium, however telematics service providers such as Eagle-i can urge them to practice safe driving habits. Not only a better driver pays less for insurance but also scores good on Eagle-I driver scorecard.

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              Why Do Banks Need an Effective ATM Tracking and Monitoring Solution?

              Why Do Banks Need an Effective ATM Tracking and Monitoring Solution?

              Why do banks need an effective ATM Tracking and Monitoring Solution?

              Automated Teller Machines widely known as ATMs had become an integral part of Montreal transactions. Despite the global shift to mobile and internet banking and forecasts of a cashless society, ATMs are still regarded as a necessary service. The convenience of an ATM allows user to undertake rapid self-service operations such as cash deposit and withdrawal, bill payment, and account transfers.

              But the question arises why do banks need an effective ATM Tracking and Monitoring Solution?

              We have seen multiple cases where the ATM machines are either dislocated or are smashed and grabbed. which not only results in the loss of cash within the unit with heavy damage or even complete loss of the expensive machine. In order to reduce the frequency and severity of ATM crimes, it is essential to implement effective monitoring and management solutions for predictive and proactive approach to prevent these problems in the future.

              ATM Tracking and Monitoring Solution
              ATM Tracking and Monitoring Solution

              Eagle-IoT has specially designed its ATM Tracking and Monitoring Solution to offer real time 24/7 insights with its sensors to use in ATM units, with long battery backup, call facility and of water proof casing in order to maximize the performance. The sensors installed in the ATM continuously push the data to the servers through a secure TCP/IP connection. The messages sent from the devices includes the location information along with other sensors’ telemetry. If the asset encounters a grey area where there is no GSM network, the device will start working as a datalogger and will keep storing the data in the internal memory. Once the network is resumed, the data will be sent to the server and the memory buffer will be cleared.

              ATM Movement History Playback

              Eagle-IoT allows its user to replay the entire history of your ATM at a single click. Historical ATM movement activity can be regenerated for a date range for the period of last six-month.

              Geofencing

              With the unique feature of geofence virtual boundaries with custom perimeters around meaningful geographic areas can be created to addresses the issue of asset deployment in undesired areas. Alerts can be issued once the assets are moved to a different location.

              Temper Alert

              Alarm can be issued if someone tries to tamper or blocks GPS signals (GSM Jamming).

               

              ATM Cabinet Door Monitoring

              The ability to detect ATM cabinet door status (door closed, door opened) and displays it on the Platform.

              Tilt and Vibration Monitoring and Alarms 

              To detect undesired movements a safety feature is integrated in the ATM Solution to issue Alerts, Alarms and Calls when the device is tilted or dislocated.

              Temperature Monitoring

              Alarm in the event of a sudden change in temperature of the ATM interior.

               

              Eagle-IoT ATM tracking and monitoring solution can be used a means of prevention, tracking and recovery to address the possible thefts. To know more about us,

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              Expense Management: Cornerstone to Optimize your Fleet Operations

              Expense Management: Cornerstone to Optimize your Fleet Operations

              Expense Management: Cornerstone to Optimize your Fleet Operations

              Expense Management is the cornerstone of a successful fleet management plan, which requires insight of statistics in black and white to optimize your operations, stick to budgets and save money, and to precisely track of where you’re spending more than you realize. It’s a multifaceted process which needs an organized methodology for processing all expense reports and approvals, which entails more than just keeping track of employee-initiated costs. Expense management is a matter which can actually impact your chances of success and deserves the full attention.

              Insights into the hidden fleet costs can be identified by using the digital trails left by drivers. Eagle-I expense management solution can provides the insights which can depict the escalating costs depending on the size of the fleet and annual trips made. It allows you to add cost incurred on each asset, in terms of

              1. Maintenance (Oil change, tire replacement, engine check etc.),

              2. Renewals (Vehicle insurance and registration, driver’s iqama, license and other official documents)

              3. Fuel

                Monitor and identify under-utilized and over utilized fleet assets to save costs and reduce risk. On the dashboard graphical overview of expenditures and performance of an asset or a group of assets are visible allowing you to analyze your assets which have become liability on the company and need to be retired from the fleet. A whole year budget can be designed by using Service/Renewal module along with Analytics Dashboard, where each branch performance can be compared with expenditures. Just like performance comparison in analytics dashboard, a comparison of expenditure is available between assets, and between branches.

                  An expense management process ensures that every expense claim is accounted for and reimbursed as quickly as possible while keeping tabs on all activities to prevent fraud and promote compliance integration of an expense management solution not only boosts visibility, but also gives you full control over every aspect of your organization’s expense management process. These preventive strategies may sound hard to deploy but deferring preventive strategies could lead to a lot more pain and expenses down the road.

                  To find the right tools to make streamlined and efficient expense management possible, contact us today!

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