Category: TELECOMMUNICATIONS
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VEHICLE TELEMATICS
Vehicle telematics is a system that combines informatics, computer science, telecommunication, electronics, electrical, and automotive technologies. It captures and transmits data such as vehicle speed, location, fuel consumption, idling, and mechanical information. Users can generate reports and gain business intelligence such as the number and probability of accidents, costs of…
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Mobile Phone Signal Issues: What You Need to Know
Intermittent mobile service can be an inconveniencing and irritating phenomenon and it’s common in areas with growing populations and heavy cellular traffic. Construction materials, distance from cell towers, high volume of cellular data and congestion are among some of the plethora of factors that cause poor or loss of mobile…
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GPS TRACKERS: HOW THEY WORK
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite-based navigation system developed for military use during the Cold War. It has evolved into a global tool with various versions operated by different countries. GPS enables location tracking and has widespread applications, from vehicle and asset tracking to personal safety. Despite concerns…
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BEAMFORMING: EXPLAINED
Beamforming, a radio frequency technique, optimizes signal strength and reduces interference by targeting wireless signals to specific devices. It enhances data rates, reduces interference, and enables higher quality signals without increasing power. The technique also has limitations, including higher costs and complexity. Hybrid beamforming and Massive MIMO are common in…
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COAXIAL TAPS, SPLITTERS, COMBINERS, AND DIPLEXERS
Coaxial cable signals and connectors can be confusing due to their similar appearances and overlapping functions. Splitters divide incoming signals for multiple devices, but each split weakens the signal. Taps, an advanced alternative, distribute signals unevenly to different outputs for devices at varying distances. Combiners and diplexers merge signals, with…
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Wi-Fi vs WiMAX: A basic understanding
Wi-Fi, based on the 802.11 standard, is the widely accepted wireless LAN standard for providing high-speed internet and network connections. It is built into most end-user devices and networking equipment. In contrast, WiMAX, based on the 802.16 standard, is primarily used by carriers for WMANs, with higher installation costs and…
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