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Understanding the Internet of Things: A Catalyst for Digital Transformation

by Ulf SeijmerBlog posts 4 June, 20234 July, 2023Comments are Disabled

Over the past year, I have discussed technology extensively, and now it’s time to start from scratch. The world needs significant changes in the coming years, and Agenda 2030 provides an excellent framework for categorizing various initiatives. IoT (Internet of Things) and digitalization are powerful tools to drive these transformations through technology. With a goal …

How to Properly Align an Antenna

by Ulf SeijmerBlog posts 28 May, 202321 May, 2023Comments are Disabled

When it comes to aligning an antenna, it depends on your antenna type if you need aligning after all. Directional antennas need to be aligned, while omnidirectional antennas should not. Here’s a quick recap if you need clarification on the difference between a directional and an omnidirectional antenna. Omnidirectional vs Directional Antenna An omnidirectional antenna …

6G Technology: Advancements and Expectations

by Ulf SeijmerBlog posts 21 May, 2023Comments are Disabled

The next generation of mobile networks, 6G, is expected to revolutionize how we experience and interact with technology. With improved speed, latency, and connectivity, 6G networks will bring substantial advancements in imaging, presence technology, and location awareness, working alongside artificial intelligence (AI). However, it is essential to note that 6G technology is not yet functional, …

Saving money with IoT for properties

by Ulf SeijmerBlog posts 13 May, 20231 May, 2023Comments are Disabled

Currently, the property sector faces major challenges in terms of energy use and energy management. One solution to get this under control can be digitalisation. Digitalisation is in full swing Tenants and property managers expect more digital ways of working – and things are moving fast. It can be challenging, but digitisation is by no …

How hard should I tighten the antenna connector?

by Ulf SeijmerBlog posts 11 May, 202311 May, 2023Comments are Disabled

When joining two antenna cables or mounting an antenna onto a connector, the most common problem is over-tightening the connector. Tightening the connector too much can cause issues. How to tighten the antennaconnector Over-tightening the connector can cause the centre pin and sleeve to grip onto each other and start rotating. When they begin to …

Yagi or Log-periodic? Directional!

by Ulf SeijmerBlog posts 6 May, 20231 May, 2023Comments are Disabled

What is the difference between the Yagi antenna and the Log periodic antenna? I frequently hear people call large antennas with many elements Yagi antennas. But if you want to be picky, it needs to be corrected. The word directional antenna would have been correct. The name of Hidetsugu Yagi’s invention has been equated with …

Is IoT becoming M2M again?

by Ulf SeijmerBlog posts 27 April, 202326 April, 2023Comments are Disabled

Do you remember M2M, the predecessor to IoT? You may think they mean the same, but they have significant differences. M2M vs. IoT: Understanding the Differences M2M is a traditional system setup used to manage a specific process’s monitoring, control, or optimization. M2M involves connecting particular parts of a process to exchange information. For instance, …

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Fresnel Zone

by Ulf SeijmerBlog posts 23 April, 2023Comments are Disabled

One of the essential concepts in wireless communication is the Fresnel zone. An elliptical region surrounds a straight line-of-sight communication path between two points. The Fresnel zone plays a crucial role in wireless communication. It determines the clearance required between transmitting and receiving antennas to ensure that the transmitted signal is received with minimal interference. …

Link budget calculation and examples

by Ulf SeijmerBlog posts 16 April, 202314 April, 2023Comments are Disabled

A link budget shows how a communication signal is amplified and weakened in a link, a connection in a communication system. Although link budgets can cover everything from coaxial cable networks to fibre or radio links, we will focus on radio links in this post. Radio links like mobile or private radio networks behave similarly …

Edge intelligence on sensors

by Ulf SeijmerBlog posts 9 April, 20234 April, 2023Comments are Disabled

The Internet of Things, or IoT, is a collection of disruptive technologies. IoT is one of several tools for digitizing work methods and organizational processes. The Internet of Things market is fragmented, with various technical solutions solving problems across multiple market verticals. IoT solutions exist for almost every vertical, including industrial IoT, medical IoT, etc. …