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Non-terrestrial network (NTN) connectivity is making its way into IoT chipsets, enabling connected devices and installations to be deployed anywhere. Some devices are being outfitted with stand-alone chips that can only connect to satellites, while others are using hybrid chipsets that support both terrestrial and non-terrestrial connectivity.
Why NTN? Legacy cellular networks deployments cover more than 80% of the population but less than 40% of land and less than 20% of Earth. Satellite connectivity has been used for years to provide ubiquitous coverage. However, its high cost has limited use to very specific scenarios, such as TV and broadcasting. In the IoT domain, satellite connectivity has always been a last resort alternative to terrestrial networks. In recent years, the cost of NTN solutions has dropped. As a result, it is economically feasible to use NTN communication for IoT devices and start enable answer the need of “communication everywhere.” NTN has developed into a communication channel of choice in various scenarios, including that of emergency communication networks or offloading traffic from the terrestrial networks during peak times. Industries such as automotive, energy infrastructure, trackers devices, agriculture, maritime, railway, and more have the option to enjoy true global communication. Source: Metaverse Insider
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