At System Loco, we’re passionate about battery technology. It might sound unusual, but for IoT devices in the
field,
battery management is crucial.
Imagine this: most people would want their sensors to report data-like location, temperature, or condition of an
asset-constantly. However, constant reporting means batteries drain fast, often lasting only a couple of days,
which can
frustrate anyone relying on these devices.
Here’s why battery life is a big deal: Every time a device connects to a mobile network or tries to pinpoint its
GPS
location, it consumes power. This consumption spikes when connections fail, especially in areas with poor
reception,
leading to even quicker battery depletion.
The Key Questions in Our Battery Strategy
- Connection Attempts: How often should a device try to connect before giving up?
- Connection Failures: How do we differentiate between temporary and permanent connectivity issues?
- Reporting Frequency: What’s the ideal interval for data reporting, considering the battery life?
- Adaptive Reporting: Can we adjust data reporting based on sensing conditions? What are the optimal
conditions for
At System Loco, we delve into vast amounts of data to refine our battery management strategies. Our
collaboration with
customers is crucial; it helps us tailor device behavior to specific needs.
We’ve gathered millions of data points across the US, and reality often strays far from ideal laboratory
conditions. Our
real-world data sets are invaluable for predicting battery usage more accurately, which informs the development
of
smarter, more efficient battery management systems.
This approach is what enables us to deliver an almost “automagic” experience with System Loco devices-they just
work,
seamlessly fitting into your daily operations without the constant need for intervention or maintenance.
Our obsession with battery is what lead us to our LocoTag “P” devices. We implenent part of the BLE protocol but
do not use the full protocol. This allows us to have a very low power consumption and a very long battery life.
This really is a sneak preview into our world. To learn more about
how our entire architecture from hardware, firmware, protocols and
behaviours are built for outstanding battery life, get in touch with us.
Watch Telit’s video on battery life in IoT devices
