Zurich University of Applied Sciences, Switzerland
Project
Develop a GPS position data logger with good accuracy, large data storage and a 7-day recording capacity to supervise visitors’ behaviour in a national park.
The GPS-Logger shall cease logging and save power, when the logger is not in motion.
Challenges
Integration of the lowest power motion sensor into the OEM semi-custom logger without large modifications despite low production volumes.
GPS Data-Logger (ZHAW)
Sophisticated power management.
The limited quantities necessitated re-usage of mainly existing parts to reach affordable cost levels with the exception of a custom made enclosure required to provide mechanical and environmental protection of the loggers
Solution
Semi-custom solution based on the HW and SW of the already available OEM GPS logger requiring only a few slight modifications.
The enclosure was made using a special manufacturing technology for custom made enclosures without tooling.
GPS Data-Logger (ZHAW)
Special manufacturing technology.
Benefits
Affordable price for development and production
Custom made enclosure for best fit to customer needs
