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A New Era in Location Accuracy

In an exciting development for location tracking technology, moegi Corporation, situated in Musashino, Tokyo, has launched a remarkable collaboration between its location-based application, CALINT Mobile, and SONY’s innovative IoT development board, Spresense. This partnership focuses on providing high-precision GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) capabilities, ensuring accurate positioning even in areas with no cellular coverage. This leap forward is powered by Japan’s quasi-zenith satellite system, Michibiki, marking a significant step in positioning technology.

Background on Location Technologies

Traditionally, smartphones combined GPS functionality with mobile communication networks to retrieve location data. However, areas such as mountainous regions or outdoor sites often encounter poor mobile signal reception, leading to problematic positioning accuracy. The industry has recognized that while GPS satellites play a crucial role in location services, the reliance on mobile networks can create vulnerabilities in signal reception, which are exacerbated in remote areas.

moegi Corporation acknowledges that although terms like GPS are commonly employed to reference positioning satellites in general, it is essential to differentiate among various systems such as Russia's GLONASS, the European Union's Galileo, and China's BeiDou. With these international frameworks in mind, moegi has chosen to leverage Japan's uniquely operational quasi-zenith satellites to enhance the accuracy of location services. By minimizing dependence on mobile telecommunications and other foreign satellite systems, the company aims to explore the limitations and expand the possibilities for disaster prevention, infrastructure management, and industrial applications.

Introduction of the New System

The recent developments leverage SONY’s Spresense board, adapted to purely receive and process signals from the Michibiki satellites, thereby offering a high precision GNSS solution. Through a seamless connection with CALINT Mobile via Bluetooth, users can achieve accurate location data without the necessity of a mobile phone network.

Key Features

• - Cost-effective Utilization: The system allows users to operate with just a smartphone (iPhone) and the Spresense board, making advanced technology accessible.
• - Functionality Without Mobile Signals: Not limited by network reach, the system enables usage even in areas devoid of mobile coverage.
• - Enhanced Accuracy: Compared to traditional GPS-only systems, this innovative approach provides superior accuracy.
• - Dedicated Satellite Signals: It solely relies on the signals from the Michibiki satellites, ensuring reliability.
• - Smooth Integration with CALINT Mobile: The seamless coordination guarantees an enhanced user experience.

Application Scenarios

• - Activities in mountainous regions or remote islands where cellular networks fail.
• - Disaster areas with unstable communication infrastructure, helping maintain reliable location intelligence.
• - Strengthening the reliability of positioning for safety and disaster prevention services.

Call for Participant Monitors

To refine accuracy and user satisfaction of the Spresense-based receiver hardware, moegi is actively recruiting monitors for this system. Interested corporate and organizational participants can sign up through a deposit-based loan system. The recruitment period is open until the end of the year, with the possibility of early closure in the event of high demand. Further details and applications can be directed to the provided contact forms or the company’s sales department.

Future Developments

As moegi Corporation continues its advancements, the following initiatives are on the horizon:

• - Expansion of the overall CALINT location management solution with full functionality.
• - Announcements regarding commercial availability and pricing plans.
• - Exploration of potential additional features, including team sharing and history management capabilities.

About moegi Corporation

Founded on May 8, 2018, moegi Corporation is located in Kichijoji, Musashino, Tokyo, with a collaborative operational base in Iwaki, Fukushima. The company specializes in the development and provision of ICT solutions centered around CALINT, its flagship location management service. Moreover, moegi also engages in various initiatives, including managing the Iwaki Medaka School and ventures related to water management. For more information, visit their website at https://moegi.jp.

Contact Information

For media inquiries, please reach out to the moegi Corporation's PR Department at [email protected], or through the contact form available on their website.