Customized IoT Connectivity SoC Design Services
The industry of IoT devices is on a meteoric rise. Over six billion shipment of Bluetooth enabled devices shipments annually is predicted for 2025, according to Bluetooth SIG Market (Updated in 2021).
While the era of IoT is arriving, there are still many devices such as wearables, battery devices, sensors, lighting, and utilities (water, electricity, and gas gauges) that could be improved by upgrading and advancing the technology to that of a smart-device. Bluetooth has advantages in being lower in cost and power consumption, while being more efficient and secure. Additionally, the BLE mesh network protocol that allows network connection adds an additional edge when applying Bluetooth technology in Smart Home Automation and industrial lighting systems. Furthermore, because smart phones are all Bluetooth enabled, adding Bluetooth to a non-wireless device will instantly allow it to connect to a network and be a part of the IoT network.
System Elite’s BLE SoC Turnkey customization service includes integrated radio, modem, baseband controller, protocol stack and software SDK/API. Developers can easily activate, then subsequently set up pairing, connection, and build networks. System Elite can customize the power management unit (PMU), MCU, and security algorithms based on the customer’s product definition and application scenario, providing the best combination of latency, power consumption and overall cost.
Bluetooth 5.3 has improvements to security, stability, and low-power operations. Bluetooth has the advantage of facilitating a connection between a smart-phone and its apps to other devices, such as blood pressure monitors, weighing scales, fitness equipment, and remote controls. System Elite provides Bluetooth SIG certified IP for customers to quickly expand to new applications and markets.
Commercial Lighting
Bluetooth SIG and Digital Illumination Interface Alliance (DiiA) are working together to promote IoT in commercial lighting systems.
However there are still many problems that must be overcome before this technology can be completed. For example, how does one deploy a large and robust wireless access coverage that does not compromise inter-device communication efficiency? What about the logistics of how to connect thousands of light sources and sensors, which may or may not be the same brand, simultaneously?
System Elite provides BLE mesh and 802.15.4 IPs for customers to use in their solutions and connect to existing systems.
Automotive Market
Popularized by EV leader Tesla, many are using BLE technology to monitor tire pressure (TPMS). BLE also has the qualities of lower power consumption, ability to provide location data, and a smart-device connection. Bluetooth car-key (keyless) can provide conveniences such as personalized seat and stereo setup, key lease, and one-time key for valet parking. System Elite’s Bluetooth 5.2 Angle-of-Attach (AoA) IP can be customized for automotive solutions.
Smart Home
Home automation systems can control lighting, windows, temperature, and humidity sensors in a household. What is the most appropriate mesh protocol for deployment in home automation systems? There are many factors to consider, including power consumption, throughput, latency, expandability, security, and the ability to connect to the internet. System Elite provides BLE mesh and 802.15.4 IPs and network architecture plans for customers to connect to the IoT ecosystem.
Smart Streetlights
According to Smart Energy International, there are approximately 326M streetlights in 2020 worldwide, and will grow to 361M by 2029. In the next decade, worldwide investment to LED, smart streetlights, and streetlight sensors will be up to 28.1B USD. System Elite provides sub-1G and 2.4GHz proprietary IPs as well as a customized SoC design service for customers for smart streetlight and smart lighting.