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Written by Administrator
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Monday, 23 August 2004 00:00 |
Basic Overview
A GPS tracking device uses the Global Positioning System to determine the precise location of a vehicle, person, or other asset to which it is attached. It records the position of the asset at regular intervals. The recorded location data is transmitted to a central location data base, or internet-connected computer, using a SIM card (GPRS or SMS) or satellite modem. This allows the asset's location to be displayed on a map or when analysing the track later using GPS tracking software.
System Overview for GPS Telematic System
A simple GPS Telematic system contains several components:
- GPS: Global Positioning Satellite System
- GPS Tracking Device with GPS receiver (antenna) and SIM card utilizing GPRS (or satellite modems).
- GSM network operator: the GPS tracking device sends the tracking information via GPRS to the software. If there is no GPRS connection, the tracking device will store the information until it can send the data.
- GPS Fleet Software: The GPS Fleet Software receives the tracking information and displays it on maps, in graphs or reports. It also sends automatic alarms in case of events. Automatic scheduled reports are sent to the users. The GPS Fleet Software is setup as a web-based service or securely inside a company
- Software users connect to the GPS Fleet Software using their internet browsers to locate the current position of vehicles and get information and reports about past trips.
| Types of tracking devices | Application |
| Vehicle Tracking |
Installed inside a vehicle and connected to the vehicle main power and additional signals such as ignition. It is used to track the vehicle position and to generate reports such as automated vehicle logbooks.
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| Personal Tracking |
Used to track the movement of people. Normal applications range from security, to track workers in dangerous situations or tracking children or patience
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| Asset Tracking |
Tracking of mobile assets, machinery or containers. Most tracking devices contain internal batteries and internal antennas and are embedded in rugged boxes. |
User Requirements
Applying GPS Tracking Systems is an innovative technology. When you consider the following requirements, nothing can go wrong:
- - Getting professional help to choose the right tracking device for your needs
- - Usage of the right SIM cards with data packages to make the data transfer work
- - Experienced people should install the tracking devices
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Last Updated on Friday, 21 January 2011 16:45 |
