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GPS Tracking Unit Smart Pointer / SD-333P

--- Concept ---

"Simple and Flexible – A Location Information Terminal Usable by Anyone" The Smart Pointer overcomes the challenges of traditional location information terminals by eliminating the need for dedicated servers and enabling bidirectional communication in a simple design. It balances high security with low cost, catering to a wide range of users from individuals to businesses.

--- Overview ---

No Dedicated Server Required

The terminal handles location data acquisition and processing internally, removing cloud dependency. This significantly reduces operational costs and enhances security.

Energy Efficiency and Compact Design

Reduced communication data usage minimizes battery consumption, achieving an optimal form for portable devices.

Bidirectional Communication

n addition to sending location information, it can respond to requests from receiving terminals. This supports flexible operations and meets diverse industry needs.

No Special Content Required

Enables notifications in email format. No specialized apps or additional costs are necessary, ensuring easy implementation.

--- System Configuration ---

-- Existing Device --

The user sends a location information notification request from the receiving terminal to a dedicated server (via the provided content). When the dedicated server receives the location information notification request from the receiving terminal, it sends a location information acquisition request to the corresponding GPS terminal. Upon receiving the location information acquisition request, the GPS terminal obtains location data from sources such as GPS satellites, base stations, or WiFi access points. The obtained location data is then sent back to the dedicated server. The dedicated server processes the received location data and combines the results with the server's big data to provide more value-added information to the receiving terminal.

-- GPS Tracking Unit --

The user sends a location information notification request from the receiving terminal to the location information terminal by writing the request in plain text in an email. When the location information terminal receives the email (via a mail server), it obtains location data from sources such as GPS satellites, base stations, or short-range communication access points. After obtaining the location data, the terminal processes it internally and writes the results in plain text in an email, which is then sent to the receiving terminal. The receiving terminal retrieves the email containing the location information via the mail server. Furthermore, the location information terminal reduces communication data volume and power consumption by processing the data internally rather than simply relaying location data. This enables the use of smaller batteries, providing more freedom in design and achieving miniaturization. Integration with various sensors also opens up possibilities for diverse applications.

--- Specification ---

Size

33.0mm x 33.0mm x 9.0mm

Weight

100.0 g

Battery

Lithium-ion Battery. 110mAh

Battery run time

4 months

Recharge time

1 hour

Protection class IP

IP55

Live part

USB-C ( USB Type-C )

Data

NB-IoT・LTE-M / BLE / WLAN

Carrier

IIJ (docomo-MVNO)

GPS

GNSS , A-GPS

Operation Temperature

-10°C to +50°C

Interface

UART / I2C / SPI / GPIO

--- Rival Comparison ---

Feature

GPS Tracking Unit

IC-Tag etc.

Location Information Terminal

Server Dependency

No dedicated server required

Paired with smartphones

Dedicated server required

Communication Method

LTE / WLAN / Bluetooth

Bluetooth only

Multi-functional (high cost)

Power Efficiency

Highly efficient, low power

Low power consumption

High power consumption

Design

Compact and simple

Ultra-compact design

Large-scale design

--- Use Case ---

Elderly Care Facilities

Challenge: Ensuring safety when elderly individuals go outdoors. Solution: Real-time response through bidirectional communication.

Pet Management

Challenge: Difficulty tracking pets' locations while outdoors. Solution: Compact design attachable to collars for real-time location tracking.

Production Sites

Challenge: Complex tracking of equipment and personnel movement. Solution: Efficient operational monitoring through location data to enhance productivity.

--- Why choose MEB ? ---

Easy Operation: Acquire location information through simple email exchange. Cost Reduction: No dedicated server required, minimizing running costs. Secure Communication: Ensures safety with data-communication-only SIM cards. Versatile Applications: Suitable for a wide range of uses, from caregiving to industrial management.

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