Transportation - For Helicopter Applications
Overview
An Australian company specializing in geophysical systems uses mobile gravimeters to conduct airborne and marine gravity surveys. These gravimeters, which can be installed in various aircraft, are remotely operated from their headquarters in Perth.
Challenge
The company needs to remotely access gravimeters installed in aircraft, which run specialized MS-DOS software that doesn't support RDP/VNC. Additionally, there is no wired connection available once the helicopter is airborne, making real-time data access and collection challenging.
Key Requirements for Helicopter Applications:
- Durable Design: Must function reliably in humid and extreme temperature conditions.
- Enhanced Features: Support for IPSEC and GRE protocols.
- Secure Service: Provide a reliable and secure data transmission tunnel without data loss or damage.
Solution
The gravimeter is connected to the NE2204-440 router in the aircraft. A KVM-IP box linked to the NE2204-440 allows full screen and keyboard access to the gravimeter system. The NE2204-440 establishes a VPN tunnel with the office VPN server, enabling remote access to the gravimeter system from anywhere in the world. This setup allows data upload and sensor configuration from the office, as well as access to GPS, thermal stabilization, and other devices.
Solution Advantages:
- Cost Savings: The NE2204-440 facilitates real-time monitoring, quick fault response, and preventive maintenance planning, significantly reducing labor and costs.
- Reliable Communication: The NE2204-440 Router ensures low-latency communication and dual SIM capabilities for network redundancy.
- Adaptability to Harsh Conditions: Its robust design ensures continuous connectivity and remote access, even in challenging environments.
- Multiple Interfaces: The NE2204-440 includes Ethernet ports, RS232, and RS485 interfaces for Serial to IP communication, plus digital inputs and outputs for connecting various devices.