u-blox Launches First Satellite IoT-NTN Cellular Module with Embedded GNSS Solving Remote Connectivity Challenges
u-blox (SIX:UBXN) has launched the SARA-S528NM10, its first combined 3GPP-compliant terrestrial network (TN) and non-terrestrial network (NTN) IoT module. This standards-based module supports global coverage with accurate, low-power, and concurrent positioning, addressing the growing demand for guaranteed global reach in IoT applications. Powered by the UBX-S52 cellular/satellite chipset and GNSS M10 platform, it complies with the 3GPP Rel 17 NB-NTN specification.
The module supports all three new NTN bands and is pin-compatible with other u-blox cellular-only modules. It's designed for use cases like asset tracking, industrial monitoring, smart metering, and fleet management. The integrated GNSS solution consumes less than 15mW of power in continuous tracking mode. The UBX-S52 chipset is undergoing certification with Skylo, a global NTN service provider, to enable seamless support for both cellular and satellite connectivity.
u-blox (SIX:UBXN) ha lanciato il SARA-S528NM10, il suo primo modulo IoT combinato conforme agli standard 3GPP per reti terrestri (TN) e non terrestri (NTN). Questo modulo standardizzato supporta la copertura globale con posizionamento preciso, a basso consumo e simultaneo, rispondendo alla crescente domanda di una copertura globale garantita nelle applicazioni IoT. Alimentato dal chipset cellulare/satellite UBX-S52 e dalla piattaforma GNSS M10, è conforme alla specifica 3GPP Rel 17 NB-NTN.
Il modulo supporta tutte e tre le nuove bande NTN ed è compatibile con i pin di altri moduli cellulari u-blox. È progettato per casi d'uso come il tracciamento delle risorse, il monitoraggio industriale, la misurazione intelligente e la gestione delle flotte. La soluzione GNSS integrata consuma meno di 15mW di energia in modalità di tracciamento continuo. Il chipset UBX-S52 è in fase di certificazione con Skylo, un fornitore globale di servizi NTN, per abilitare un supporto senza soluzione di continuità per la connettività cellulare e satellitare.
u-blox (SIX:UBXN) ha lanzado el SARA-S528NM10, su primer módulo IoT combinado que cumple con las normas 3GPP para redes terrestres (TN) y no terrestres (NTN). Este módulo basado en estándares admite cobertura global con posicionamiento preciso, de bajo consumo y concurrente, atendiendo la creciente demanda de un alcance global garantizado en aplicaciones IoT. Alimentado por el chipset celular/satelital UBX-S52 y la plataforma GNSS M10, cumple con la especificación 3GPP Rel 17 NB-NTN.
El módulo admite las tres nuevas bandas NTN y es compatible con los pines de otros módulos celulares de u-blox. Está diseñado para casos de uso como el seguimiento de activos, monitoreo industrial, medición inteligente y gestión de flotas. La solución GNSS integrada consume menos de 15mW de energía en modo de seguimiento continuo. El chipset UBX-S52 está en proceso de certificación con Skylo, un proveedor global de servicios NTN, para habilitar soporte fluido tanto para la conectividad celular como satelital.
u-blox (SIX:UBXN)는 SARA-S528NM10을 출시했습니다. 이는 3GPP 준수 육상 네트워크(TN)와 비육상 네트워크(NTN)를 결합한 최초의 IoT 모듈입니다. 이 표준 기반 모듈은 IoT 애플리케이션에서 보장된 글로벌 도달 수요를 충족하기 위해 정확하고 저전력이며 동시 위치 지정을 지원하여 글로벌 커버리지를 제공합니다. UBX-S52 셀룰러/위성 칩셋과 GNSS M10 플랫폼에 의해 구동되며, 3GPP Rel 17 NB-NTN 사양을 준수합니다.
이 모듈은 새로운 NTN 밴드 세 개를 모두 지원하며, 다른 u-blox 셀룰러 전용 모듈과 핀 호환이 가능합니다. 자산 추적, 산업 모니터링, 스마트 미터링 및 차량 관리와 같은 사용 사례를 위해 설계되었습니다. 통합 GNSS 솔루션은 지속적 추적 모드에서 15mW 이하의 전력을 소비합니다. UBX-S52 칩셋은 셀룰러 및 위성 연결성을 원활하게 지원하기 위해 글로벌 NTN 서비스 제공업체인 Skylo와 함께 인증을 진행 중입니다.
u-blox (SIX:UBXN) a lancé le SARA-S528NM10, son premier module IoT combiné conforme aux normes 3GPP pour les réseaux terrestres (TN) et non terrestres (NTN). Ce module basé sur les normes prend en charge une couverture mondiale avec un positionnement précis, à faible consommation et simultané, répondant à la demande croissante d'une portée mondiale garantie dans les applications IoT. Alimenté par le chipset cellulaire/satellite UBX-S52 et la plateforme GNSS M10, il est conforme à la spécification 3GPP Rel 17 NB-NTN.
Le module prend en charge les trois nouvelles bandes NTN et est compatible avec les broches d'autres modules cellulaires de u-blox. Il est conçu pour des cas d'utilisation tels que le suivi d'actifs, la surveillance industrielle, la mesure intelligente et la gestion de flotte. La solution GNSS intégrée consomme moins de 15mW d'énergie en mode de suivi continu. Le chipset UBX-S52 est en cours de certification avec Skylo, un fournisseur de services NTN mondial, pour permettre un support fluide pour la connectivité cellulaire et satellite.
u-blox (SIX:UBXN) hat das SARA-S528NM10 auf den Markt gebracht, sein erstes IoT-Modul, das sowohl den 3GPP-Standard für terrestrische Netzwerke (TN) als auch für nicht-terrestrische Netzwerke (NTN) erfüllt. Dieses standardbasierte Modul unterstützt eine globale Abdeckung mit präziser, energieeffizienter und gleichzeitiger Positionierung und erfüllt die wachsende Nachfrage nach garantierter globaler Erreichbarkeit in IoT-Anwendungen. Angetrieben von dem UBX-S52 Cellular/Satellite-Chipsatz und der GNSS M10-Plattform, entspricht es der 3GPP Rel 17 NB-NTN-Spezifikation.
Das Modul unterstützt alle drei neuen NTN-Bänder und ist pin-kompatibel zu anderen nur Cellular-Modulen von u-blox. Es wurde für Anwendungsfälle wie Asset-Tracking, industrielle Überwachung, Smart Metering und Flottenmanagement entwickelt. Die integrierte GNSS-Lösung verbraucht im kontinuierlichen Tracking-Modus weniger als 15mW Leistung. Der UBX-S52-Chipsatz wird zusammen mit Skylo, einem globalen NTN-Dienstanbieter, auf Zertifizierung geprüft, um nahtlosen Support für sowohl mobile als auch Satellitenkonnektivität zu ermöglichen.
- Launch of first combined TN and NTN IoT module (SARA-S528NM10) supporting global coverage
- Standards-based approach ensures interoperability with multiple satellite providers
- Low power consumption: less than 15mW in continuous tracking mode
- Supports all three new NTN bands (n23, n255, n256) for future-proofing
- Pin-compatible with other u-blox cellular-only modules, enabling easy product scaling
- Undergoing certification with Skylo for seamless cellular and satellite connectivity support
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The SARA-S528NM10, powered by the UBX-S52 cellular/satellite chipset and M10 GNSS platform for low-power and concurrent positioning, expands the company's cellular portfolio for the satellite IoT market based on the 3GPP Rel 17 specification for global connectivity.
THALWIL, SWITZERLAND / ACCESSWIRE / September 17, 2024 / u-blox (SIX:UBXN), a global provider of leading positioning and wireless communication technologies and services, has launched its first combined 3GPP-compliant terrestrial network (TN) and non-terrestrial network (NTN) IoT module, the SARA-S528NM10. This standards-based module is a game changer for the satellite IoT market as it supports global coverage with accurate, low-power and concurrent positioning - an essential attribute for use cases requiring continuous or cyclic asset tracking and monitoring. Other IoT use cases include aftermarket telematics, industrial monitoring and control, smart metering and utilities, and fleet management.
With cellular networks covering a mere ten percent of the globe, the demand for guaranteed global reach is escalating, particularly for IoT applications such as asset tracking in remote or maritime environments. Satellite IoT bridges this gap; adoption has been partially limited by the high cost of the satellite terminals, high power consumption and the high cost of satellite airtime. Even so, ABI Research, a leading technology intelligence firm, predicts the satellite IoT market will exceed USD 4 billion by 2030 * .
Current satellite connectivity solutions require proprietary hardware and software, which lock the terminal to a specific satellite operator - the user would need to replace their satellite terminals to move to a different satellite operator. The u-blox solution, on the other hand, is based on global 3GPP standards, and can be certified as interoperable with multiple satellite providers supporting the standard, maximizing customer choice.
"The new u-blox satellite IoT-NTN cellular module is designed to maintain connectivity in areas without cellular coverage," explained Stephan Zizala, u-blox CEO. "The integrated u-blox GNSS solution consumes less than 15mW of power in continuous tracking mode and has high RF sensitivity that reduces the time required to establish a position fix. It provides concurrent location data without interrupting the cellular or satellite connection, which further helps to minimize power consumption due to the shortened active time of the device."
Powered by the u-blox UBX-S52 cellular/satellite chipset and GNSS M10 platform, the module complies with the 3GPP Rel 17 NB-NTN specification. This standards-based approach guarantees extended connectivity via LTE-M and NB-IoT on terrestrial cellular networks and NB-IoT on geostationary orbit (GEO) satellite constellations compliant with 3GPP Rel 17, including readiness for low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. The UBX-S52 cellular/satellite chipset is currently undergoing certification with Skylo, a global NTN service provider, for its satellite network. The certification enables seamless support for both cellular and Skylo satellite connectivity, creating an enhanced and reliable experience that efficiently utilizes resources.
The SARA-S528NM10 module supports all three new NTN bands - n23 (United States), n255 (L-band global), and n256 (S-band Europe) - enhancing and future-proofing its technological credentials. It is pin-compatible with other u-blox cellular-only modules in the SARA form factor, enabling engineers to easily scale up their IoT products using legacy technology without costly redesigns.
* ABI Research, Satellite Communications: IoT Deployments & Subscriptions, QTR 2 2024
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