IoT
IoT to provide better overview of traffic
A specialist in providing data and services for the supply chain industry, Traxens, is collaborating with the MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company on a pilot IoT project in the Port of Valencia, Spain, aimed at improving the operational efficiency of the port. Specifically, Traxens co-operates on this project with MSC Terminal Valencia, the Port Authority at the Port of Valencia and Fundacion Valenciaport (FVP).
Next-gen cellular chipset purpose built for IoT applications
Qualcomm Technologies has announced its next-gen modem purpose-built for IoT applications such as asset trackers, health monitors, security systems, smart city sensors and smart meters, as well as a range of wearable trackers.
Software and cloud services simplify WiFi connectivity
Cypress Semiconductor has announced that it has expanded its portfolio of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions with the addition of Cirrent, provider of software and cloud services for consumer WiFi products. IoT companies use Cirrent’s software and cloud services to make their products easier to use, more reliable, and more secure.
Making LTE technology accessible for a range of applications
The nRF9160 SiP from Nordic Semiconductor is making the latest LTE technology accessible for a wide range of applications and developers. Through the high integration and pre-certification for global operation, it solves complex wireless design challenges and enables developers to make easy use of this cellular technology.
Megaman launches new Ingenium ZB app
The launch of a new Ingenium ZB App for use with the Ingenium ZB smart home system has been announced by Megaman. The new app has been developed to replace the previous version and existing users will need to upgrade as soon as possible. The upgraded app will allow for greater functionality with Google and Google enabled devices and feature new bi-directional communication between the app and connected products.
The rise of Industrial IoT drives and predictive inspection models
Rebounding from a two-year slump, the non-destructive test (NDT) inspection services market is undergoing an overall transformation. The convergence of various technologies such as Big Data, predictive analytics, digital twin, cloud computing, and smart factories is enhancing growth opportunities in the market, giving rise to several new business models.
Paving the way for iSIM
5G technology will be a springboard for cellular IoT development, and as embedded SIM (eSIM) continues to gain traction in mainstream markets, it is likely to pave the way for the introduction of iSIM as early as the first half of 2019. Author: Vincent Korstanje, Vice President and General Manager, Secure Identity Business, Arm.
Reduction in the development time of wireless communications devices
The launch of the new IEEE802.11ac compatible wireless communications modules, WYSAGVDXG and WYSEGVDXG (24.0×11.5×2.0mm, with height as the maximum value), has been announced by TAIYO YUDEN. The products consist of wireless communications modules for the industrial equipment market and IoT-related devices.
Unlocking smart home potential
The next-generation Z-Wave 700 has been launched by Silicon Labs, on the Wireless Gecko platform, the comprehensive hardware and software connectivity solution for the Internet of Things (IoT). Z-Wave 700 delivers on Silicon Labs’ vision and platform integration roadmap following the company’s strategic acquisition of Z-Wave technology in April 2018.
Geolocation services to offer IoT location solution
Specialist in solutions dedicated to the Internet of Things (IoT), Kerlink, and LORIOT, a global provider of LoRaWAN and IoT infrastructure software, have announced they will offer Kerlink’s geolocation service to LORIOT’s worldwide customers. The Swiss startup has provided LoRa-based low-power, wide-area (LPWA) network-server solutions to customers in more than 130 countries in partnership with leading national and international IoT ...