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Precision Location System

The CSIRO Precision Location Technology (PLT) tracks the positions of small detachable mobile wireless transceivers in real time to 20 centimetres within a nominated tracking area.

It provides superior accuracy, resistance to interference and better reliability than can be achieved with the Global Positioning System (GPS).

This capability has applications in:

  • competitive sporting events
  • asset tracking
  • livestock and farming
  • vehicle automation

 

Small Base Stations are located around the periphery of the area being covered, which can be up to two kilometres in breadth.

 

Data received at the base stations from each mobile transceiver unit are forwarded to the Master Station where the position is computed and displayed on a PC in real time, to track the position and movement of each mobile.

 

The data can be stored in a database. It can also be displayed in real time or replayed later through TV media, the internet, mobile PDAs and phones.

 

The advanced technology of the mobile transceivers compensates for obstructions and reflections. The mobile transceivers are self-powered and maintain data links with the Base Stations, allowing for 2-way data communication.

Key features

  • Portable
  • No fixed cabling nor installation
  • Rapid installation and recovery
  • Light weight transciever (90 grams including battery)

 

An accuracy of 20 centimetres can be achieved in areas such as sporting arenas, with full-motion dynamic tracking of position.