WiTTRA, has announced its approach to positioning networks by integrating Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology with a robust mesh network. This hybrid solution is set to redefine the landscape of real-time location systems (RTLS) by combining the unparalleled accuracy of UWB with the flexibility and cost-effectiveness of mesh networking.
WiTTRA's advanced system centres around a unified network architecture that amalgamates UWB with 6LoWPAN mesh and Mioty LPWAN technologies. This integration supports a tiered positioning accuracy approach, ensuring optimal resource allocation. Businesses can achieve:
- Coarse Positioning
- Medium Positioning
- Fine Positioning
This multi-layered positioning method allows for cost-efficient deployment, with high-precision UWB positioning implemented only where necessary.
WiTTRA's hybrid approach reduces installation costs by minimizing the need for extensive cabling, which traditionally constitutes 80-90% of total system costs. For example, a typical UWB system installation might cost around $80,000 for a 6,000-square-meter area. WiTTRA's solution achieves similar coverage for approximately $16,000, presenting a considerable cost saving. This efficiency is a achieved by eliminating the data cabling required in other UWB systems.
WiTTRA's network supports thousands of third-party sensors, promoting an open ecosystem and reducing vendor lock-in. Key scalability features include:
- Support for Third Party Sensors: Enhancing innovation and competitive pricing.
- Flexible Deployment: Enabling as-you-grow strategies, beneficial for dynamic operational needs.
- Self-Healing and Resilient Network: Ensuring continuous operation even if individual nodes fail.