Comment fonctionnent CargoBeacon EverTag et Wirepas Mesh
Découvrez comment nos appareils EverTag et la technologie Wirepas Mesh créent des réseaux IoT auto-réparateurs à grande échelle pour les applications industrielles
Couverture mondiale et évolutivité
Des chantiers navals aux hôpitaux, nos réseaux maillés décentralisés éliminent le casse-tête de la connectivité - plus de plans cellulaires coûteux ni de points de défaillance uniques.
Le secret est Wirepas Mesh - un réseau décentralisé où chaque appareil est intelligent, prend ses propres décisions et communique directement avec ses voisins. Pas de patron central, pas de point de défaillance unique. Lorsqu'un appareil se déconnecte, le réseau ne bronche même pas - il trouve instantanément une nouvelle route. Cette capacité d'auto-guérison permet des réseaux de plus de 700 000 appareils, prouvant une réalité de qualité industrielle à une échelle stupéfiante.
ProduitsLa série EverTag de CargoBeacon s'appuie sur la technologie avancée Wirepas Mesh pour créer une infrastructure IoT industrielle qui peut être déployée rapidement et facilement. Cette synergie permet le suivi et la surveillance d'actifs à grande échelle, à l'intérieur, à l'extérieur et dans diverses installations.
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The core of the system is the Wirepas Mesh protocol, a decentralized mesh wireless communication protocol designed for high reliability, unlimited scale, and energy efficiency.
Decentralized Intelligence and Network Formation
The network operates without any centralized control mechanisms; all intelligence is embedded within the devices (nodes) themselves.
- Autonomy: Each device autonomously selects its role, maintains connections, and optimizes its routing paths based on its local environment
- Routing: Every device is capable of routing data using cost-based routing, finding the most optimal route back to the gateway
- Components: The system consists of EverTags (nodes), configured as either asset tags or static Anchors, with Gateways acting as bridges
Reliability and Operational Modes
Wirepas Mesh is built for industrial-grade reliability with no single point of failure.
- Self-Healing: If a node fails or a gateway breaks down, remaining devices automatically re-organize and find alternate routes
- Packet Reliability: Data exchange is highly reliable with point-to-point messaging, acknowledgment, and automatic re-transmissions
- Low Energy Mode (LE): Designed for ultra-low power consumption, allowing even routers to be battery-operated with 5-10 year battery life
- Low Latency Mode (LL): Intended for faster data transmission and higher throughput, typically used for mains-powered devices
EverTags utilize the Wirepas network for location reporting and sensor data collection, powered by the high-end Nordic nRF52840 chipset.
EverTag Mesh Roles and Tracking
EverTags are deployed with specific Wirepas roles optimized for asset tracking.
- Anchor: Static tags that form the industrial mesh network, enabling a range of up to 200m
- Tag - NRLS (Non-Router Long Sleep): Used for mobile asset tracking with long sleep intervals (hours to days)
- Localization: The system provides 5m accuracy with location reports every 5 minutes, requiring no maintenance for over 5 years
Sensor Capabilities
EverTags are equipped with various sensors depending on the model.
- Movement and Utilization Data: All models include accelerometers and gyroscopes to detect movement, tilt, and usage patterns
- Temperature: Standard tags include on-chip temperature sensors, with EverTag T Mesh offering +/- 0.1°C accuracy
- Environmental Monitoring: EverTag SL Mesh includes dedicated sound and light sensors for indoor environment optimization
- Industrial I/O: EverTag I/O offers digital input/output capabilities, connecting to PLCs or alarms with 24V signal support
Dual Connectivity (BLE Beaconing)
EverTags complement Wirepas Mesh by advertising their presence using Bluetooth Low Energy beaconing.
- Global Reach: Ensures tags are readable by stationary gateways, mobile gateways, and smartphone apps
- Low-Latency Notifications: Perfect complement for real-time alerts outside the primary mesh network
- Universal Compatibility: Works with CargoBeacon, iBeacon, and other BLE protocols
The system minimizes setup time by utilizing NFC technology and the specialized mobile application for configuration.
The CB Admin Mobile App Features
The CB Admin Mobile App is the dedicated tool designed to simplify configuration and management of EverTags.
- NFC Integration: Simply scan (tap) the EverTag to instantly access and update configuration data
- Multi-Tap Feature: Update several EverTags simultaneously with the same settings for efficient deployment
- Configuration Profiles: Create custom profiles that can be password-protected and shared across projects
- Enhanced Security: Set six-digit or alphanumeric NFC PIN to protect EverTags in public settings
Network Security and Maintenance
Comprehensive security and update capabilities ensure long-term reliability.
- Provisioning: Wirepas Provisioning protocol securely transmits network parameters and security keys to new nodes
- Security: AES128 encryption on the link layer for all messaging and signaling prevents unauthorized access
- Over-The-Air Programming (OTAP): Remotely update entire network firmware and application code for maximum lifecycle
- Tampering Detection: Receive instant alerts if someone attempts to remove an anchor
Avantages clés
Échelle illimitée
L'architecture décentralisée prend en charge les réseaux de toute taille
Autonomie de batterie de plus de 5 ans
Consommation d'énergie ultra-faible avec modes de veille intelligents
Précision de 5m
Suivi de localisation précis pour les applications industrielles
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