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Ultra Wideband Technology

Q: What is Ultra Wideband (UWB) technology?

Ultra Wideband (UWB) is a wireless communication technology that enables precise indoor positioning and real-time data transfer using short-range, high-bandwidth signals.

Q: How accurate is UWB compared to other technologies?

UWB offers centimeter-level accuracy, outperforming technologies like Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, which typically provide meter-level precision.

Q: Where is UWB used in industrial IoT?

UWB is used for asset tracking, workflow automation, worker safety, and navigation of autonomous vehicles in smart factories and logistics environments.

Q: Is UWB safe and interference-free?

Yes, UWB operates at very low power levels and is designed to coexist with other wireless technologies without interference.

Offering distinct advantages for industrial automation, Ultra Wideband technology is the premier indoor location technology

Highest Accuracy for Location Data Processing

Ultra-wideband (UWB) is a radio-based communication technology for short-range use and fast and stable transmission of data.

UWB is the preferred technology for indoor positioning in complex and space-sensitive environments due to its precision, speed, and reliability.

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UWB: The Location Technology Forerunner

Superior Localization Technology

UWB offers precise accuracy and fast transmission on a wide bandwidth.

Seamless Integration in Existing Landscape

UWB, an industry standard, ensures secure, interference-free parallel operations with other technologies.

Highest Reliability in Daily Industrial Operations

The low power consumption of UWB makes it an easily maintainable technology base for KINEXON IIoT Devices.

KINEXON RTLS for Outdoor Applications

Unlock Seamless Tracking: Extend Existing RTLS Indoor Installations and Discover New Outdoor Use Cases

A new EU-wide regulation now permits the use of ultra-wideband (UWB) technology in outdoor areas. Renowned for its precision, speed, and reliability in complex and space-sensitive indoor environments, UWB can now extend its strengths outdoors. Discover more about how this advancement ensures seamless tracking of orders and production processes and enables new use cases for outdoor asset tracking.

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UWB combines short light-speed impulses, precisely measuring signal arrival time over a wide bandwidth for high-precision transmitter positioning, reaching distances up to 250 meters when there is visual contact.

Time Difference of Arrival (TDoA)

The sensor emits signals which are received by anchors at different times, according to their distance. Sensor positions are calculated using time differences.

Advantage: Consumes the lowest energy

Application Scope: Real-time localization of assets on a large scale

Two-Way Ranging (TWR)

The anchors send UWB signals, which are returned by the sensors. The distance is calculated based on the pulse time between sending and receiving.

Advantage: Provides the highest precision and position stability

Application Scope: Real-time localization of workers, tools and navigation of driverless transport systems

Angle of Arrival (AoA)

Moving objects send UWB signals, and their position is calculated based on the angle of arrival, the direction of the signal relative to the anchor, and the signal strength.

Advantage: Achieves higher precision with less infrastructure.

Application Scope: Real-time localization of objects and assets with minimal infrastructure

Phase Difference of Arrival (PDoA)

In order to determine the sensor position, the phase difference between received signals at both anchor antennas is evaluated, and the angle of the signal is calculated relative to the anchor.

Advantage: can be implemented in restricted infrastructures

Application Scope: Real-time localization of workers, tools, and assets on a large scale

Learn More about Connecting and Automating Operations with Our UWB-Based RTLS Systems

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KINEXON RTLS Mesh

Wireless and fast set-up, great accuracy - best for most asset tracking use cases

KINEXON RTLS Mesh offers a straightforward plug-and-play location system for industrial asset tracking, ensuring easy deployment across environments. Its flexibility spans both indoor and outdoor industrial asset management, requiring minimal setup. As a cost-effective option for businesses, RTLS Mesh simplifies asset connectivity, paving the way for efficient operations.

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KINEXON RTLS Pro

Wired with superior accuracy - best for real-time automation use cases

This high performance real-time location system excels in large-scale industrial settings, delivering a superior position update rate. The outstanding tracking accuracy enables automation in order tracking and process management as well as the assembly, where high accuracy and real-time updates are essential.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ultra Wideband (UWB) Technology

What is Ultra Wideband (UWB) technology?

Ultra Wideband (UWB) is a short-range wireless communication technology that uses very low energy levels across a wide frequency spectrum. It enables highly accurate indoor positioning and fast data transmission, making it ideal for industrial IoT applications.

How accurate is UWB compared to other technologies?

UWB offers centimeter-level accuracy for positioning, which is significantly better than Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, where accuracy typically ranges from one to several meters. This precision makes UWB perfect for real-time tracking in complex environments.

Where is UWB used in industrial IoT?

UWB is widely used in smart factories, warehouses, and logistics operations. Common applications include asset tracking, workflow automation, worker safety monitoring, and navigation for autonomous vehicles such as AGVs and AMRs.

Is UWB safe and interference-free?

Yes. UWB operates at very low power levels and is designed to coexist with other wireless technologies without causing interference. It is also secure and reliable for industrial environments.

What are the main benefits of UWB for industrial automation?

UWB provides unmatched accuracy, low latency, and interference-free connectivity. These features enable real-time data exchange, improve operational efficiency, and support safety-critical applications in industrial settings.