Space & Ground Services to Support Global Connectivity
Space & Ground Services to Support Global Connectivity
MangoConnect™
Solutions Based on Sensor- and High-resolution Satellite or Drone Data
There are numerous use cases such as monitoring remote areas and the provision of intelligent management systems to under-served or disrupted regions which require a more global, scalable, flexible, resilient and affordable solution.
MangoConnect™ is an all-inclusive IoT/M2M/AI sensor and sensing support concept for remote data collection, processing, visualisation, and device management. It offers a worry-free low-cost solution for accessing and managing critical data securely and affordably from any location
Integrated, Implemented, and Managed Sensing and Sensor Solutions for Applications in Remote Areas.
Reliable Power & Connectivity are Critical Requirements
The ability to track, trace, and monitor assets anywhere cost-effectively, continuously, and with low power consumption is an essential requirement for IoT devices.
To enable IoT/M2M connectivity in rural and underserved areas, reliable coverage beyond cell towers is essential. Additionally, stable power may be required.
Everybody’s Challenge:
At Mangosat we recognize that the Internet of Things (IoT) particularly in combination with AI and ML holds significant promise. However, despite its potential, existing terrestrial and satellite networks and power availability have been limiting its full realisation.
Typically global accessibility (connectivity and power) remains a challenge, but one that is well understood and can be addressed.
Mangosat integrates satellite and any kind of terrestrial connectivity to enable cloud access for users and sensor applications in areas without (reliable) network coverage. If required, we also take ownership of all electrical power issues.
The MangoConnect Concept
The MangoConnect Concept is simple, reliable and affordable. It is also relatively easy to install, operate and maintain.
MangoConnect is a comprehensive solution that enables you to monitor, track, assess, and communicate with critical remote assets from anywhere in the world via our bidirectional, cost-effective, and ultra-low power combination of terrestrial and satellite connectivity.
Regardless of the application or location, most MangoConnect network designs share the following fundamental conditions:
Developed and built for the world’s most challenging locations, this solution is delivered as a one-time charge with a simple monthly subscription based on SLA and, if applicable, data usage.
Success, however, depends most on common sense, network specification, design, and implementation.
Our Motivation to Develop MangoConnect:
It was simply born from the need.
To enhance efficiency, Mangosat has been developing a more efficient IoT network for its Tanzania-based sister company’s remote 80-hectare mango farm.
Since it has resolved some of their issues, it may also contribute to the solution of similar problems for potential customers.
Visit us at Bigwa Orchard Park in Mkuranga, Tanzania, to sample our delicious mangoes and witness a demonstration.
Our Philosophy
Mangosat provides reliable and cost-efficient solutions for collecting critical field data from any (remote) location and then transferring it to any destination.
We want our customers to specify and set their expectations but we don’t expect our customers to understand the technology behind the results.
Mangosat customers should not have to worry about technology e.g. using satellite, cellular, or any alternative connectivity network. Their decision should be solely based on their requirements for reliable data collection and connectivity.
Mangosat will then provide the necessary solutions.
Typically, Mangosat services are custom-designed total solutions implemented on behalf of our customers
More Background
Organisations previously unable to connect to relatively simple sensor applications in remote areas due to a lack of network coverage now have access to feasible, reliable and affordable solutions.
Examples of narrow band IoT usage can be found across all industry verticals from the maritime market to applications in agriculture, mining, utilities, and construction among many others. The Internet is full of such examples and Mangosat supports most of them.
Most advertised IoT sensor solutions look easy to implement and straightforward to operate. What possibly can go wrong? Maybe not much in a controlled lab environment.
Reality however is different and can be disappointing. Why?
We call this reality.
In addition to design and installation, Mangosat facilitates and manages the testing of newly developed networks in the context of the whole environment in which the product must perform.
Why we do this, why we go the extra mile?
Because Mangosat typically offers its customer “PPDIOO” and very good service.
PPDIOO stands for Prepare, Plan, Design, Implement, Operate, and Optimise. PPDIOO is a Cisco methodology that defines the continuous life cycle of services required for a network.
What is the business opportunity?
IoT is the next (r)evolution of interconnected networking through the internet, enabling billions of connected devices to communicate providing vital data for organisations and governments globally. The value of the Internet of Things (IoT) is measured in trillions of dollars and connectivity is the infrastructure upon which an IoT revolution depends.
Risks and Concerns
The availability, price, security and performance of the connectivity underpinning IoT devices have failed to deliver. Up until very recently, obtaining reliable access to the internet was a prominent obstacle – not everyone has access to a reliable, global IoT service.
Terrestrial infrastructure – in the ground, air or sea – is limited. Limited by scale, location and cost. Approximately 90% of the planet lacks affordable and fit-for-purpose IoT connectivity? Therein lies a significant issue. While this may be acceptable for urban consumer internet requirements, it’s far from sufficient for devices in remote, professional environments. The result? Satellite IoT.
Satellites have a distinct advantage to connect IoT assets, offering entirely ubiquitous coverage, and reaching devices with limited or no access to terrestrial networks. Most IoT applications reside in the field, require only small amounts of data and are situated in disparate, infrequently serviced locations. [/expand]
What is the Business Opportunity
IoT is the next (r)evolution of interconnected networking through the internet, enabling billions of connected devices to communicate providing vital data for organisations and governments globally. The value of the Internet of Things (IoT) is measured in trillions of dollars and connectivity is the infrastructure upon which an IoT revolution depends.
How We Prefer to Do Business
At Mangosat, we prefer to provide a white label service under our customers’ brands rather than selling directly to end-users.
We also provide affordable IoT support solutions to clients, customers, and partners including equipment manufacturers, telecommunications companies carriers and infrastructure providers who wish to differentiate themselves and deliver added value in challenging markets.
Remote Network Design
Mangosat believes that the success of remote data collecting relies on proper network design, the quality of the hardware, perfect installation, and the ability to operate associated field equipment professionally and consistently under all circumstances throughout a longer period.
But there is more:
Mangosat believes IoT connectivity must be affordable without hidden fees and accessible at all times. And this should be one of the network design requirements.
Could Satellite Contribute to the Solution?
Until recently, traditional GEO satellite provided the potential to connect things – but at an unacceptably high cost.
These days many new (LEO) and existing (GEO) satellite constellations facilitate more affordable global network connectivity.
Meanwhile the list of applied ground and field solutions is endless, still growing, and quickly becoming within reach of almost everybody’s budget.
Simplified Reflection of the Basic Concept
However, common sense, practicality, and efficiency always prevail.
Despite Mangosat’s specialised focus on satellite solutions, we always consider any better available transmission technology to interconnect.
More Detail
MangoConnect is a typical “store-and-forward” messaging service. The message size is limited (up to xxx bytes) which is enough to support most envisioned applications.
MangoConnect anticipates a latency of maximal 15 minutes. This means that the field can send its data with intervals of 15 min. But also, once a day, week or twice a month.
Basically gateways or towers are NOT required. But if about an extensive network of sensors a gateway and edge computing may become more cost effective.
Customers only pay for what they need with flexible, usage-based data plans to maximise their budget and increase ROI.
Common Design Details
Regardless of the application or location, most MangoConnect network designs share the following fundamental conditions:
Typical Design Characteristics
MangoConnect networks have the following characteristics in common:
But common sense, practicality, and efficiency always prevail. Despite Mangosat is highly specialised in satellite solutions we always considers any better available transmission technology to interconnect.
If Terrestrial Infrastructure Is Not Good Enough:
LEO, MEO, and GEO satellites each offer unique strengths that make them essential to global connectivity.
LEO constellations provide low-latency links ideal for real-time applications, MEO satellites combine high throughput, low latency, and wide coverage for data-intensive use cases, and GEO satellites deliver unmatched global reach and reliability for data, broadcasting and critical communications.
While geostationary (GEO) satellite connectivity has been available for decades, the associated costs of accessing this small number of satellites made it prohibitive for wide scale use by e.g. African nations. But new low earth orbit (LEO) constellations deliver greater economies of scale resulting in a far lower cost for the enduser.
Together, they form the foundation of a versatile, truly global satellite ecosystem.
Power Is Important
Reliable electricity remains a major constraint, especially in off-grid areas where powering user terminals and gateways is not guaranteed.
Reliable Ground Services Remain Important
Although with the challenging task of building and launching satellite networks, the matching ground services requirement is often overlooked in favour of the more glamorous space segment.
Reliable ground services are important since it represents a vital link in the chain of extremely complex network building. At the same time, ground and field services are the weakest link between spacecraft and customer. Human factor in the field is often another reason for deeper trouble.
Note: Poor road infrastructure can complicate logistics, transporting equipment to remote sites becomes especially difficult during the rainy season, when many roads become impassable
More About Satellites in Our Network Designs
The use of satellite removes geographical boundaries such as remoteness or terrain that prevents the rollout of copper or fibre cables or mobile phone masts in the area due to cost. However……
Owning and operating space and ground related infrastructure requires courage, expert knowledge, dedicated teams and capital expenditures well before the results are tangible.
This gap has often created a barrier in the adoption of innovative space and ground systems in day-to-day operations even when satellite and space innovations have drastically improved on time-to-market and total cost of ownership.
Our total concept MangoConnect provides all the benefits of space technology and infrastructure for remote ground locations, but then without all the hassle.
Communications satellites are capable of providing broadband Internet and narrow band IoT to rural and remote areas where it remains uneconomical for terrestrial services to deploy.
Application: Remote Sensors
Earth obsehttp://remotesensorsrvation satellites provide regular high-resolution imagery that enables farmers to determine planting, watering and fertilisation schedules. This data can also be used to provide crop yield estimates, conduct scout monitoring and monitor global food security among many other purposes.
Application: Remote Sensing
The old dichotomy — satellite vs. terrestrial — is dissolving. Hybrid networks are becoming the blueprint for the future. Fibre in cities, 5G in economic hubs, satellite in remote and rural zones
Remote Sensors
Remote Sensing
