Client 

Our client is a premier provider of telecommunications infrastructure management services. With over 15 years of industry experience they have established themselves as a trusted partner in ensuring uninterrupted, high-quality connectivity.  

Problem Statement  

In the telecom industry, even a 2–3-degree deviation between antennas can lead to significant signal degradation and reduced connectivity. The client required a low-cost, IoT-enabled solution that could continuously monitor and report misalignments due to various factors. Additionally, the solution needed an augmented reality (AR) component to remotely verify the alignment when physical line-of-sight was obstructed or insufficient.  

Solution  

Approach  

TechShlok leveraged its deep expertise in IoT, embedded systems, and augmented reality to design a two-phased solution that met the client’s stringent technical and operational requirements.  

Phase 1 – Core Alignment Monitoring

• Design & Hardware Integration
  
• Developed a custom PCB integrating advanced sensors including a digital compass, accelerometer, and gyroscope, coupled with a low-power microcontroller.
  
• Chose lithium-ion battery technology with a solar panel backup to ensure up to 30 days of autonomous operation without sunlight.
  
• Connectivity & Data Protocols
  
• Integrated WiFi connectivity supported by a high-gain upward-facing antenna, ensuring robust global connectivity.
  
• Implemented MQTT protocol for lightweight, real-time data communication between the device and central monitoring systems.
  
• Software & Power Management
  
• Developed firmware that optimizes sensor readings and manages sleep/wake cycles, continuously comparing live orientation data against pre-stored calibration coordinates.
  
• Field Testing
  
• Completed a 1.5-month prototype development followed by 10 days of rigorous outdoor testing in winter conditions, validating sensor accuracy, power endurance, and system reliability.

Phase 2 – AR-Enabled Remote Verification

• Enhanced Processing & AR Integration
• Upgraded to a Linux-based system powered by Rockchip SoCs, capable of real-time camera streaming and augmented reality overlays.
  
• Integrated additional sensors (accelerometer, gyroscope, altitude sensor) to accurately project AR pointers for remote verification.
  
• Dynamic Power Management Architecture
  
• Engineered a switchable power system that toggles between high-power active mode (for AR functions) and low-power sleep mode, significantly reducing overall energy consumption.
  
• Developed a command-based control mechanism to remotely activate the camera and AR module when needed.
  
• Software Optimization & Testing
  
• Utilized Python scripts to fine-tune sensor fusion algorithms ensuring accurate AR pointer alignment.
  
• Conducted extensive combined system testing under harsh environmental conditions to validate performance and operational integrity.

The deployment of the Smart Antenna Alignment Device has created substantial business value for our client by integrating advanced IoT sensor technologies and augmented reality capabilities, the solution has delivered:

• Enhanced Operational Efficiency: Real-time monitoring and precise alignment reduce maintenance costs and improve service uptime.
  
• Cost Savings: The low-cost design and energy-efficient operation ensure scalability across large telecom networks.
  
• Technological Leadership: The solution positions GlobalTower Networks Inc. as an industry innovator, leveraging next-generation technologies to optimize telecom infrastructure.