Viasat increases global Internet of Things functionality with IoT Nano technology
Viasat has launched its next-generation IoT Nano connectivity service, a game-changer in the realm of satellite IoT connectivity. Powered by ORBCOMM's proprietary OGx technology, IoT Nano offers faster speeds, larger message capacity, and lower power consumption, leveraging Viasat’s global ultra-reliable L-band satellite network.
Key Features of IoT Nano using ORBCOMM OGx
IoT Nano boasts several key features that set it apart in the market. These include:
- Two-way messaging with low latency: Small messages transmit in under 15 seconds, and larger files (up to 1MB) can be sent at speeds up to 2 kbps, enabling near real-time visibility and situational awareness.
- Larger message size: Supports messages up to 1MB, beneficial for event-triggered data like diagnostic files, compressed images, and telematics.
- Power efficiency: Reduced power consumption allows for smaller, cheaper solar panels, batteries, and enclosures, making it suitable for remote deployments.
- Global, weather-resilient coverage: Boasts up to 99.5% uptime via Viasat’s L-band satellite network, ensuring connectivity even in remote or harsh environments.
- Compact, versatile hardware: Offers low-power, compact terminals and embeddable modules, aiding quick installation (no antenna pointing) and easy integration for OEMs and solution providers through Viasat's ELEVATE partner program.
- No SIM cards needed: Devices work globally without SIM management complexities.
- Security and developer support: Provides end-to-end security and RESTful API access for integration and management.
Benefits Across Industries
The IoT Nano service enables businesses in agriculture, transportation, maritime, oil and gas, heavy equipment, and mining to achieve:
- Enhanced asset and equipment monitoring in remote locations without cellular coverage.
- Reduced operational and maintenance costs through timely data and event-driven alerts.
- Improved safety and compliance by enabling near real-time tracking and diagnostics.
- Scalability and flexibility to expand IoT applications with lower total cost due to optimized power and data usage.
Partnership and Collaboration
The partnership between Viasat and ORBCOMM aims to enable IoT applications across industries like agriculture, transportation, maritime, oil and gas, heavy equipment, and mining. Dave Roscoe, the president of satellite IoT at ORBCOMM, stated that OGx enables solution providers to build and scale IoT applications across various industries. Andy Kessler, the vice president of enterprise and land mobile at Viasat, added that IoT Nano provides flexible, scalable, and energy-efficient IoT connectivity to businesses operating in remote locations.
Continued Support for IDP Mode
IoT Nano continues to support IDP mode, preserving existing customer investments in IDP while enhancing capabilities for reduced power consumption, larger messages, and faster speeds.
Full Development Resources
Viasat offers full development resources through its ELEVATE partner program. The service supports a range of ORBCOMM terminals and modules.
Conclusion
Overall, Viasat’s IoT Nano service using ORBCOMM’s OGx technology makes satellite IoT connectivity faster, more power-efficient, cost-effective, and globally accessible, thereby expanding use cases and enabling businesses to operate smarter in off-grid and hard-to-reach environments. For more information, visit: Viasat's IoT Nano Service.
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Data-and-cloud-computing technology is essential in the development and management of Viasat's IoT Nano connectivity service, offering swift, secure, and developer-friendly access through RESTful APIs. The service, powered by ORBCOMM's OGx technology, aims to revolutionize satellite IoT connectivity across various industries such as agriculture, transportation, maritime, oil and gas, heavy equipment, and mining, paving the way for smarter and more efficient operations in hard-to-reach environments.
