SENS/Simplex Data Service Extends to Australia
Ashburn, VA, December 21, 2005 /AEROASTRO, INC./ AeroAstro, a microsatellite technology pioneer, today announced the successful installation of a new AeroAstro SENS Appliqués at the ground station in Meekatharra, Australia operated by Globalstar Australia Pty Limited. The unit, one of several new SENS Appliqués purchased by Globalstar LLC, will provide coverage to the western region of the continent.
AeroAstro is pleased to offer data communications services to asset tracking and remote monitoring customers in Australia.” said AeroAstro CEO, Dr. Rick Fleeter. –We are committed to supporting Globalstar's continued expansion of the network.” AeroAstro now offers SENS/Simplex Data Services in North America, Europe, the North Atlantic, North Africa, Middle East, Central America, South America, and Australia.
The SENS Appliqué, an add-on to existing Globalstar ground stations, receives and decodes remote sensing data from field transmitters via the Globalstar LEO satellite network. It digitizes RF signals and extracts SENS message packets despite interference or overlapping transmissions, and transmits these messages through the Internet.
The AeroAstro/Globalstar Simplex Data technology provides a total solution that is uniquely affordable and reliable with ubiquitous (outdoor) coverage. AeroAstro and partner AXONN, LLC combine hardware and services to deliver prices, power savings, compact size and ease of use previously unimaginable from satellite communications. To order remote tracking hardware, transmitters, or data management services, please visit AeroAstroês web based storefront at www.sensservice.com.
About AeroAstro:
AeroAstro, based in Northern Virginia, is a leading developer of microsatellite systems and components. AeroAstro has partnered with Globalstar, a satellite communication pioneer, to supply low cost, satellite-based data communication products and services to Value Added Resellers providing applications tailored for the asset tracking and remote monitoring industries. For further information please contact 866.631.6010 or info@sensservice.com.
About Globalstar:
Globalstar offers high value, quality satellite voice and data services to commercial and recreational users from virtually anywhere in more than 120 countries. The company's voice and data products include mobile and fixed satellite units, simplex and duplex satellite data modems and flexible service packages. Globalstar service is available for as little as US$ 0.14 per minute in the United States.
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Media Contact:
Kim Irving
Director, SENS Sales and Marketing
kim.irving@aeroastro.com
703.554.6335