LOST Mobile Node
The LOST Mobile Node is the element of the LOST RTL System that is tracked. It is fed by the battery of the vehicle to which it is attached. It performs the LOST ranging and transmits the sensor data and the data for the management of the network. It can interface with the sensors via Ethernet or via 4 general-purpose digital IO's. When covering large outdoor areas, the LOST Mobile Node can be equipped with a GPS module to be able to find vehicles that are outside the range of the LOST system.
Features of the LOST Mobile Node
Radio Interfaces
- The LOST engine is used to transmit and receive the LOST ranging pulse
- The 802.15.4 radio performs the communication of ranging data, configuration and management, including over the air firmware updates
Micro Controller Unit
- Processing of the communication signals and timing of the ranging events
Ethernet Controller
- For sensor or actuator interface
Power Supply unit
- Manages the power supply from the external source
Optional Interfaces
- GPS Module for secondary outdoor long range localization
- General purpose optically isolated digital IO for sensor or actuator interface
