Towards continuous and universal maritime connectivity
The ESA BIC (European Space Agency Business Incubation Center) project, led by Oceano Vox, aims to identify and evaluate the best satellite telecommunications solutions to ensure continuous connectivity at sea, even in the most remote areas.
This initiative is part of the ongoing development of VOX boxes, which enable real-time collection, transmission, and analysis of meteorological and oceanographic data from all types of vessels.
✓ Assess the availability, latency, and payload capacity of nanosatellite constellations for data transmission at sea
✓ Ensure continuity of service for ships, even in areas without GSM or Wi-Fi coverage
✓ Reduce interference between satellite communications and coastal networks (GSM, Wi-Fi, HF)
✓ Optimize data transmission based on the position of satellites and ships
✓ Qualify the scientific reliability of the data collected for use in space missions and environmental research
Sea trials with several VOX boxes equipped with different modems to compare several nanosatellite constellations.
Tests have been conducted on sailboats, including WE EXPLORE, using various systems (Starlink, Kinéis, Eutelsat, Wi-Fi).
The initial results made it possible to evaluate the quality of the connection, latency, and the amount of data transmitted.
Oceano Vox is undertaking a metrological qualification process to ensure that data complies with international standards (Reference Fiducial Measurements). Metrological study of atmospheric pressure and validation of wind measurements (speed and direction) at 10 m above sea level.
Partnership with Ocean Data Lab and EMODNET for data validation and dissemination.
