November 22, 2024

Gateworks & u-blox Partner to Launch an Industrial-Grade Dev Kit for Out-of-the-Box Evaluation of High-Precision GPS/GNSS

Gateworks introduces the GW11048-6, an industrial-grade single board computer (SBC) development kit designed for evaluating u-blox’s high-precision GPS/GNSS technology. Designed for real-time, high-accuracy positioning in challenging environments, this all-in-one kit is ideal for industries such as smart transportation, autonomous robotics, and other precision-dependent applications.

This dev kit pairs Gateworks’ Venice NXP™ i.MX 8M ARM industrial SBCs with u-blox’s high-precision positioning technology. Together, they enable centimeter-level precision for navigation and automation in demanding environments. The dev kit includes all necessary components: a Venice GW7200 SBC, GW16143 high-precision GPS Mini-PCIe Card, GW16132 Cellular/BLE Mini-PCIe card, a u-blox multi-band GNSS antenna, JTAG programmer, power supply and all necessary cables to ensure robust connectivity and reliable performance out-of-the-box.

The GW11048-6 development kit is designed for critical use cases like:

  • Autonomous vehicles & robotics: Achieve highly accurate navigation and obstacle avoidance in complex environments.
  • Smart cities & transportation: Optimize fleet management, rail safety, parking, traffic and infrastructure automation with real-time GPS/GNSS data.
  • Asset management: Track and manage valuable assets and equipment in real-time across expansive areas, ensuring optimal location-based decision-making.
  • Agriculture & surveying: Enhance precision farming or field mapping by enabling autonomous machinery and real-time tracking of field conditions.

“Smart industries demand real-time, centimeter-level accuracy for navigation and automation, particularly in harsh environments. Our industrial-grade SBCs, combined with u-blox’s cutting-edge GPS/GNSS technology, offer engineers a fast, reliable solution for pushing the boundaries of autonomous systems and precision positioning.”

Kelly Peralta, VP of Sales & Business Development, Gateworks Corporation

The u-blox PointPerfect PPP-RTK correction service significantly enhances the system’s accuracy and responsiveness. It is particularly valuable for applications that require rapid data convergence and highly dependable location information in dynamic environments. This service ensures uniform coverage and 99.9% uptime to ensure precise positioning even in complex scenarios.

“Through our collaboration with Gateworks, we’re offering engineers and developers a powerful, out-of-the-box solution that combines u-blox’s high-precision GNSS technology with the robust capabilities of Gateworks’ industrial SBCs. Together, we’re enabling the next generation of reliable autonomous systems that will revolutionize industries ranging from transportation to robotics.”

Neil Hamilton, Head of Growth, u-blox

This development kit is available globally, offering engineers an all-in-one solution for evaluating high-precision GPS/GNSS technology in extreme environments. This partnership enables evaluation and product development for engineers who need faster-to-market and faster-to-revenue solutions.

Learn more and request pricing for the GW11048-6 Development kit here. For more information about u-blox PointPerfect GNSS correction service, visit the following page on their website. For a demonstration and information about getting started with this development visit the following page on the Gateworks Support Wiki.

About u-blox

u-blox (SIX:UBXN) provides semiconductor chips, modules, and IoT services that reliably locate and connect every thing. Our cutting-edge solutions drive innovation for the car of the future and the Internet of Things. Headquartered in Thalwil (Zurich), Switzerland, we have a global presence of 1,400 experts who enable our customers to build solutions for a precise, smart, and sustainable future. Visit u-blox’s website.

About Gateworks

Gateworks designs and manufactures high-quality, NXP™ ARM®-based single board computers (SBCs) and wireless solutions for industrial embedded applications. Gateworks SBCs are the preferred platform for companies who value reliability, extended product lifecycles, exceptional technical support and USA-made quality. Gateworks maintains an AS9100D/ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system to ensure all products meet the highest standards of dependability. All our SBCs are engineered and manufactured at our corporate headquarters in California, established in 1998.
As a trusted partner to companies worldwide, we play a key role in enabling embedded innovations in extreme environments. From smart factories to railways, to autonomous vehicles, robotics, utilities, drones to IoT gateways; Gateworks will help get your project to market quickly.