LoRaWAN stands for Long Range Wide Area Networkand, in contrast to familiar data transmission systems such as Bluetooth or WLAN, only transmits small data sets, but over long distances. As a result, the system requires little energy and is very low-maintenance.
Sensors or controllers are connected to a cloud server via a gateway, which then informs about changes or sends commands to the sensors. These actions can then be carried out online from anywhere.
The low-cost, uncomplicated operation makes it possible to equip entire cities with this system. Installation is also very simple and can be easily combined with other wireless technologies, as gateways can be mounted on existing radio masts, for example.
Areas of application include fault detection and control of street lighting, occupancy of parking spaces or measurement of fill levels. Both public and private users can benefit from this system. Additional information makes the work of city administrations more efficient by reducing maintenance and repair costs. For example, LoRa makes the search for a parking space superfluous for drivers, as they can now simply request free parking spaces.
The technology can also be used in the commercial sector.
There are many ideas that can be implemented to make your company more technically efficient and progressive.