New Ubisense Tag Module puts precise ultra-wide band (UWB) tracking at the heart of third-party products

Ubisense, the global leader in precise Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS), reveals the new Ubisense Tag Module. Designed for direct integration into third-party devices, the Ubisense Tag Module is the first ultra-wide band (UWB) location tracking device certified in the US, Canada and the EU.

The new Ubisense Tag Module is an advanced version of the standard Ubisense location-tracking tag, which is used for tracking people and assets and managing critical production processes by organisations such as BMW, Airbus, Aston Martin and the US Army. It transmits UWB radio signals that allow the Ubisense location system to find its position in real-time to within 15cm in 3D, dependent on system configuration and environment.

The Ubisense Tag Module measures only 24.5mm x 24.5mm x 9.1mm, and its design allows it to be integrated into and receive power from a host device, letting third-parties ‘location-enable’ their products with ease. It has received Modular Certification in the US, Canada and EU, so integrators do not need to perform expensive and time-consuming UWB emissions testing on their final products. Furthermore, its data port allows the host device to transfer information bi-directionally to and from other systems via the Tag Module’s wireless link.

“We are delighted to announce immediate availability of the Ubisense Tag Module,” says Andy Ward, Chief Technology Officer at Ubisense. “We’re very excited about the new opportunities that this component will offer our customers, who can now include precision location tracking capability directly into their products. And since integrators can send simple telemetry to and from their products via the Tag Module’s wireless link, they don’t need to include a separate radio module in their system for that purpose.”

Ubisense has also introduced a Module Development Research Kit, to support integrators who are considering location-enabling their products. The package includes Tag Modules, sensors, software and documentation – everything necessary to allow experimentation with the Ubisense Tag Module.

Google and Airbus confirmed as key-note speakers at Ubisense User Conference

Cambridge, 10th June, 2010 - Ubisense, the world leader in Precise Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS) will be hosting its Worldwide User Conference on 21st and 22nd September 2010 close to its Corporate Headquarters in Cambridge, England. The packed agenda features location industry expert Ed Parsons, Google’s Geospatial Technologist, along with strategic customer Carlo K Nizam, Head of Value Chain Visibility and RFID, Airbus.

The event focus will be on end-users and partners sharing best practice and their experiences of deploying the Ubisense precise real-time location system in a wide variety of situations. The predominant theme is one of production installations with speakers representing Airbus, Aston Martin, BMW, Caterpillar, EDF Nuclear, Alitalia, General Electric, Jenaer Transit and the French Army.

Presentations will detail examples of large scale transit-yard deployments, a system installed covering maintenance and security at a leading European Airport, manufacturing production line installations in Aerospace and Automotive along with some more unusual installations in venues such as the Excel Exhibition Centre and London’s O2 arena.

In addition, Ubisense are delighted to welcome the President of the MVI Division of Industrial Tool manufacturer Atlas Copco, who have integrated the Ubisense system into their Tools Talk Tool Location System, which has already been installed in some of the world’s largest car manufacturing plants.

Ubisense solutions are also used by hundreds of research organisations across the world. A number of advanced research projects will be presented including an e.on sponsored experimental eco house by Dr Catalina Spataru, from the Department of Architecture and Built Environment at the University of Nottingham, and the recreation of a medieval coronation feast by Florian Heller from RWTH Aachen University.

The event will be held at historic Jesus College, set in the heart of Cambridge, UK. Dating from 1496, the college will form an imposing backdrop for the conference and delegates will be able to enjoy superb dining in the ornate Main Hall.

For further information on the Ubisense User Group Conference 2010 please contact Caroline Brown at caroline.brown@ubisense.net