The unit when installed gives data to vehicle owners or third parties to track its location whilst in truck, car, ship container or any machinery which is moving. The communication medium used can be GPS, GPRS, or SMS. The unit is provided with a RS 232 port for configuration and can be remotely configured. It has a SOS panic button for emergency situations to communicate with predefined numbers or servers. A voice communication module is also available for 2 way communication.
The technology behind GPS is relatively simple. A constellation of 24 satellites orbiting 11,000 miles above the earth emits signals to receivers on earth. By measuring the travel time of a signal transmitted from each satellite, a receiver can calculate its distance from that satellite. A receiver uses satellite positions as precise reference points to determine the location of the receiver. Wireless Track and Trace: Market needs and Solution When receiving the signals from at least four satellites.
Fleet management is the management of a company's vehicle fleet. Fleet management includes commercial motor vehicles such as cars, vans and trucks. Fleet (vehicle) management can include a range of functions, such as vehicle financing, vehicle maintenance, vehicle telematics (tracking and diagnostics), driver management, speed management, fuel management and health and safety management.