An indoor positioning system is a system that locates people and objects inside a building. As a user of the system, you can tell where you are going. As a business owner, you can tell where the different members of your staff are. If someone is visiting your building for the first time, you can guide him/her as you can see his/her location from the system.
How the system works
The system uses different technologies. Some of the most common are:
Proximity beacon tags: This technology is synonymous to when you are using Bluetooth low energy. In this technology, you use simple, inexpensive tags to transmit their IDs. The transmitted information goes to the backend system that calculates the location of the object or person. The attractive thing about this technology is that it's cheap.
Ultra narrow band: Ultra-narrow band systems feature cheap tags that chirp out weak, wideband signals that are received by three or more readers. Since the signal is wideband, the accuracy is usually outstanding. This makes the indoor positioning systems using this technology to be the most accurate in the industry.
Infrared: Here infrared light pulses are used to locate signals inside a building. A professional installs infrared readers in every room of the house, and when they create a pulse, the pulse is read by a reader device. When properly installed, this system is highly accurate. Unfortunately, you have to install a reader in every room, which can be expensive if you have a large building.
Wi-Fi based tags: This technology relies on Wi-Fi transmitters that send simple packets to Wi-Fi access points in a building. The access points report the time and strength of the readings to a backend that makes use of algorithms to calculate the position of the various objects and persons. They systems relying on this technology can be accurate but you need to install powerful location enabled Wi-Fi access points. You also need to install expensive Wi-Fi based tags.
Applications of indoor positioning systems
You can use the indoor systems in almost every area of your life. Some of the most common applications include:
Airports: In the airport, you can use the units in various ways. You can use them to display the current wait time. You can also display detailed information on what you want the people at the airport to know. For example, you can let them know about delays or change in schedule.
Offices: This is the most common application. You can let the staff know about the location of the next conference. As the manager or business owner, you can tell the place of the various members and contact them quickly.
Hospitals: The systems are also heavily used in hospitals. Here you use them to transmit treatment schedules and any vital information about hospitals and the staff working there.
Conclusion
This is what you need to know about indoor positioning systems. If looking to install one, invest in one that is of high quality.
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Have you ever had to deplane because of mechanical problems, waiting hours on end before you could catch another flight? Chances are, as you waited, you didn't wonder if 3D printing could help get you back on schedule. But with 3D printing, or additive manufacturing, these delays might become significantly shorter.
Boeing uses fuel nozzles created through additive manufacturing. In May 2017, Malindo Air received one of Boeing's first 737 MAX 8 planes built with this new nozzle. Not only does using this lightweight, AM created nozzle simplify the assembly process for Boeing, it reduces the amount of in-flight fuel required by 15%. A boost for the airline that translates into significant environmental benefits.
Airbus is - and has been - using this technology as well. In April 2016, they announced "... some 2,700 plastic parts have been produced by additive manufacturing for the A350 XWB programme... ". Their team of experts working together to improve their planes and ensure everything is approved by the authorities.
The work these two aircraft giants are doing will benefit the rest of the industry. But the improvements in aircraft manufactures won't be limited to the skies. For example, Daimler announced they'll be using additive manufacturing for replacement parts for their buses. They've already been using parts for trucks and prototypes for over two decades, so this isn't new to their manufacturing teams. They'll be able to ensure "... a swift supply of replacement parts even after several decades - and worldwide." Rather than having a stockpile, they'll be utilizing production plants around the world to print the required parts. No longer will the exorbitant costs previously associated with special manufacturing runs be the norm. Specialized parts or older parts will be printed on demand. Old bus need a part? No problem. And no shipping.
Had this process been in place in 2016, Air Zimbabwe might not have been barred from flying in Europe. The US opposed their personnel and citizens from flying with them. In April 2017, the last five planes with Airzim were deemed unfit to fly.
The reason?
Parts.
The economic challenges in Zimbabwe haven't helped the national airline. And the debt Airzim owed was crippling. But the matter went from remarkably-bad to couldn't-get-worse as they were waiting for parts to be shipped from China. However, if parts were created on the ground, in country - by an authorized and certified partner - those parts could have been installed in days. Safety wouldn't have been compromised, and perhaps the airline could have continued to fly.
Protections are being developed now to ensure the parts made through additive manufacturing maintain high production standards. Each individual airline has to do their part as well. No amount of proper testing, planning, certification, and protection of designs matters if the airline drops the ball. But, if the airline wants to safely stay in the air, this advancement enables them to do so, even if the country is in crisis - economic or otherwise.
Changing the supply line has the potential to be a game changer for these smaller carriers. No longer will they be at the mercy of the shipping process (and the possible bribery or theft that might happen along the way). They'll have more power internally.
What will happen in this changing landscape? Will the companies and citizens in the developing nations be able to embrace their own power? Boeing, Airbus, and other aircraft manufacturers improving their systems creates opportunities for carriers to be more responsive and responsible.
And that will, hopefully, mean a smoother and less eventful flight experience for everyone.
Becky Wilson is the Becky at http://www.WritingByBecky.com. She writes about the practical applications of additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, sharing potentials and possibilities. She adds heart to tech advancements.
Boeing uses fuel nozzles created through additive manufacturing. In May 2017, Malindo Air received one of Boeing's first 737 MAX 8 planes built with this new nozzle. Not only does using this lightweight, AM created nozzle simplify the assembly process for Boeing, it reduces the amount of in-flight fuel required by 15%. A boost for the airline that translates into significant environmental benefits.
Airbus is - and has been - using this technology as well. In April 2016, they announced "... some 2,700 plastic parts have been produced by additive manufacturing for the A350 XWB programme... ". Their team of experts working together to improve their planes and ensure everything is approved by the authorities.
The work these two aircraft giants are doing will benefit the rest of the industry. But the improvements in aircraft manufactures won't be limited to the skies. For example, Daimler announced they'll be using additive manufacturing for replacement parts for their buses. They've already been using parts for trucks and prototypes for over two decades, so this isn't new to their manufacturing teams. They'll be able to ensure "... a swift supply of replacement parts even after several decades - and worldwide." Rather than having a stockpile, they'll be utilizing production plants around the world to print the required parts. No longer will the exorbitant costs previously associated with special manufacturing runs be the norm. Specialized parts or older parts will be printed on demand. Old bus need a part? No problem. And no shipping.
Had this process been in place in 2016, Air Zimbabwe might not have been barred from flying in Europe. The US opposed their personnel and citizens from flying with them. In April 2017, the last five planes with Airzim were deemed unfit to fly.
The reason?
Parts.
The economic challenges in Zimbabwe haven't helped the national airline. And the debt Airzim owed was crippling. But the matter went from remarkably-bad to couldn't-get-worse as they were waiting for parts to be shipped from China. However, if parts were created on the ground, in country - by an authorized and certified partner - those parts could have been installed in days. Safety wouldn't have been compromised, and perhaps the airline could have continued to fly.
Protections are being developed now to ensure the parts made through additive manufacturing maintain high production standards. Each individual airline has to do their part as well. No amount of proper testing, planning, certification, and protection of designs matters if the airline drops the ball. But, if the airline wants to safely stay in the air, this advancement enables them to do so, even if the country is in crisis - economic or otherwise.
Changing the supply line has the potential to be a game changer for these smaller carriers. No longer will they be at the mercy of the shipping process (and the possible bribery or theft that might happen along the way). They'll have more power internally.
What will happen in this changing landscape? Will the companies and citizens in the developing nations be able to embrace their own power? Boeing, Airbus, and other aircraft manufacturers improving their systems creates opportunities for carriers to be more responsive and responsible.
And that will, hopefully, mean a smoother and less eventful flight experience for everyone.
Becky Wilson is the Becky at http://www.WritingByBecky.com. She writes about the practical applications of additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, sharing potentials and possibilities. She adds heart to tech advancements.
A fiber cable constituting of their main part - the optical fibers are solely made use of to send data by pulses of light. They are covered with plastic.
This coating that is raved about acts as a protectant and shields the cable from any sort of heat, cold or other types of wiring and also the immensely harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun.
They are immensely effective for faster data transmission than any of the commonly used wires like the copper wires, the reason being that the optic wires have a higher bandwidth.
Here are a few advantages of using these
1. Power loss is less and helpful This is one of the key factors of optic fibers. They have a considerable amount of less power loss and this in turn helps in longer transmission distances which are a very essential function of these products. When we compare the transmission distance measurement with copper, the distance is seen to be 100 m, whereas when we come to the other being discussed about fiber, their transmission distance goes up to a whopping 200m. So you can see the range between the two transmission distances and how the less power loss gives a benefit of longer transmission distance.
2. Size of the optic fibers wins over the copper wires yet again Again, a comparison is made between the two wires of distinct materials, this time in relation to the size of the two. When measuring the capacity it is seen that the optic fiber cable has 4.5 times as much capacity as the wire cable is seen to have and a note has also been made regarding the cross sectional area that is 30 times less. So even when it comes to size we see how the wire with a bigger size and cross sectional area easily beats the one with a less margin.
3. Security should be your first priority Of course when it comes to wires you have to be a step ahead in terms of security. Optical fibers are again preferred in this case because they are difficult to tap. As they have the benefit of not radiating electromagnetic energy, it is not really possible to intercept the emissions. As you need a much crafted skill in the tapping step of the fiber especially if your aim is to do it physically, this fiber is said to be the most secured and safe medium to opt for the transmission processes of the data.
So here we casted light on few of the useful advantages of the optic fiber cables and why you should prefer it to copper wires.
This coating that is raved about acts as a protectant and shields the cable from any sort of heat, cold or other types of wiring and also the immensely harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun.
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1. Power loss is less and helpful This is one of the key factors of optic fibers. They have a considerable amount of less power loss and this in turn helps in longer transmission distances which are a very essential function of these products. When we compare the transmission distance measurement with copper, the distance is seen to be 100 m, whereas when we come to the other being discussed about fiber, their transmission distance goes up to a whopping 200m. So you can see the range between the two transmission distances and how the less power loss gives a benefit of longer transmission distance.
2. Size of the optic fibers wins over the copper wires yet again Again, a comparison is made between the two wires of distinct materials, this time in relation to the size of the two. When measuring the capacity it is seen that the optic fiber cable has 4.5 times as much capacity as the wire cable is seen to have and a note has also been made regarding the cross sectional area that is 30 times less. So even when it comes to size we see how the wire with a bigger size and cross sectional area easily beats the one with a less margin.
3. Security should be your first priority Of course when it comes to wires you have to be a step ahead in terms of security. Optical fibers are again preferred in this case because they are difficult to tap. As they have the benefit of not radiating electromagnetic energy, it is not really possible to intercept the emissions. As you need a much crafted skill in the tapping step of the fiber especially if your aim is to do it physically, this fiber is said to be the most secured and safe medium to opt for the transmission processes of the data.
So here we casted light on few of the useful advantages of the optic fiber cables and why you should prefer it to copper wires.