LoRa (Long Range) is a low-power, wide-area network (LPWAN) protocol designed for wireless communication over long distances. It operates on unlicensed radio frequency bands and is ideal for connecting devices in rural and remote areas. LoRa technology enables the transmission of small amounts of data over several kilometers while consuming minimal power. This makes it suitable for various Internet of Things (IoT) applications, such as agriculture, smart cities, and industrial monitoring, where long-range communication and energy efficiency are crucial.
The biggest advantage of LoRa technology is its ability to create a custom communication environment tailored to your farm. Many grazing areas are outside LTE coverage, making real-time monitoring challenging. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are insufficient for vast pastures. LoRa enables long-term, real-time monitoring over large, uneven areas. Ushimiru first conducts a signal survey to determine the optimal placement of LoRa gateways. Typically, gateways are installed in elevated areas with LTE access. LoRa covers cows within 3-7 km of the gateway, ensuring efficient, long-term monitoring with low power consumption.