RockBLOCK Plus
Manufacturer : Ground Control
Services: Iridium Short Burst Data® (SBD®)
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Global Location Tracker Using the Iridium® Satellite Network
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Rugged
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Waterproof
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Two-Way Communications
RockBLOCK Plus
Manufacturer : Ground Control
Services: Iridium Short Burst Data® (SBD®)
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Global Location Tracker Using the Iridium® Satellite Network
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Rugged
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Waterproof
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Two-Way Communications
Rugged Satellite Communications
The RockBLOCK Plus allows you to send and receive short messages from anywhere on Earth with a clear view of the sky. It works far beyond the reach of Wi-Fi and GSM networks. Maybe you want to transmit weather information from mid-ocean? Or use it to control your robot in the middle of the desert? Perhaps you need to communicate in an emergency, when other networks might not be available?
RockBLOCK Plus has a built-in power regulator and can accept between 9-30v DC. At the heart of RockBLOCK is an Iridium 9602 modem. The RockBLOCK hosts the 9602 and provides it with an antenna, and its power supply requirements. It exposes the modem’s serial interface via RS-232.
Sturdy, Waterproof, Global Tracker
Perfect for use in extreme environments the RockBLOCK Plus encompasses all the messaging attributes of the RockBLOCK.
- Functional
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Waterproof casing with additional mounting options allow you to use the RockBLOCK + in many different environments
- Power Requirements
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The RockBLOCK Plus runs on 12/24v DC power supply. The integrated Sleepmode ensures that battery life is conserved when not in transmission
- Integration
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Appearing as a serial interface, the RockBLOCK can be controlled by a simple set of AT commands, making it easy to integrate into your own software
- 2-way Global Messaging
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Messages of up to 340 bytes can be delivered to your chosen email address or sent to your web service as a simple HTTP post. 270 byte messages can be sent by way of a simple HTTP Post
- Global Connectivity
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The RockBLOCK utilizes the power of the Iridium® Satellite Network. Iridium is the only satellite network that offers 24/7 transmission from any point on Earth including the polar regions
Related Case Studies
Iridium Short Burst Data Aids In Hazardous Vessel Monitoring
Equipped with the Iridium Connected™ RockBLOCK Plus, BRNKL Rapid Deploy units provide remote monitoring of vessels anywhere along Canada’s vast coastline.
Predicting Floods in Coastal South Africa
Environmental observation company Obscape utilized Iridium Connected® product RockBLOCK by our partner Ground Control to build a flood prediction and preparation disaster management solution.
Related Case Studies
Equipped with the Iridium Connected™ RockBLOCK Plus, BRNKL Rapid Deploy units provide remote monitoring of vessels anywhere along Canada’s vast coastline.
Product Specifications and Certifications
| Mechanical | |
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| Dimensions ( H x Ø ) | 40mm x 130mm |
| Weight | 300 g |
| Iridium Embedded Technology | Iridium 9602 Module |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 to 85 ℃ |
| Operating Humidity Range | < 75 % RH |
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 to 85 ℃ |
| Ingress Protection | IP68 |
| Power | |
| Power Supply | 3 m 9-30v DC |
