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Demystifying the Magic of IoT Connectivity
- Connectivity is the field which moves data between two points and at Volvo Group, they work to extract value from data gathered through cellular and satellite connectivity as worth its weight in oil.
- Volvo Group's main types of long-range connectivity include cellular and satellite, both of which aim to deliver Connected Services; Uptime, Fuel & Energy Efficiency, Compliance and Data, Safety & Security, Assets Management and Transport Operations.
- Cellular Connectivity is explained by each Volvo Group vehicle being a computer on wheels with numerous Electronic Control Units (ECUs) and sensors that collect data, communicated via a Telematic Unit which includes a modem and a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM).
- Modems convert data produced by sensors into radio waves which are then sent and received almost instantly, with 4G LTE and 5G technology making it possible to transmit more data.
- Radio waves reach the Mobile Network Operator (MNO), who then partners with Volvo Group to create a private network between the Connected Assets and the Connectivity Platform. This network is created through the use of Access Point Names (APNs)
- Asset authentication includes special MNO Subscriptions and a secure Authentication Flow, and a secure VPN Connection between the Mobile Network Operator and the Volvo Group platform.
- Assets provisioned with an IP address can communicate with the Connectivity Platform, which is based in AWS, consists of high-performance applications, can handle 35000 packets/sec, and is subject to rigorous cybersecurity assessments.
- Volvo Group Connected Solutions' cybersecurity standards include data privacy and legal investigations, and cybersecurity features include using PKI.
- Cellular connectivity is explained excellently by Johann Nishant, a Solution Architect passionate about IoT connectivity, and how it is creating a network of limitless possibilities.
- Volvo Group Connected Solutions sees the value in data gathered through its connected assets, working to extract as much as possible to bring value for its customers.
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