1️⃣ LoRa: The Long-Range Physical Layer for Low-Power IoT LoRa (Long Range) is a Chirp Spread Spectrum modulation technology developed by Semtech. Key engineering benefits: LoRa = A reliable delivery truckBut it does not handle routing or network management. 2️⃣ LoRaWAN: The Network Protocol Built on LoRa LoRaWAN defines how end devices communicate with gateways […]

In Industrial IoT (IIoT) and Smart City applications, reliable, long-range monitoring of switch states or pulse signals—such as water meter pulses, equipment status, or door alarms—is critical. Especially in remote areas lacking power or facing harsh environmental conditions, traditional wired solutions are often costly and difficult to deploy. The Manthink KS32 LoRaWAN Dry Contact Pulse

In the rapidly expanding world of the Internet of Things (IoT), LoRaWAN stands out as a preferred technology for connecting massive numbers of devices due to its low power consumption and wide coverage. However, for developers and system integrators, dealing with raw hexadecimal (Hex) payloads has long been a significant challenge. How can one efficiently

The Internet of Things (IoT) was once hailed as the key to unlocking a smarter future. Tech giants such as Google, Alibaba, and Baidu entered the IoT platform race with massive investments and ambitious visions of building vast digital ecosystems. Yet over time, these giants have exited the stage, raising an important question: why did

1. Protection Level: Indoor vs. Outdoor Suitability For outdoor deployment, outdoor gateways are a must; for protected areas, indoor gateways are sufficient. 2. Deployment Environment & Aesthetic Use indoor gateways for offices, malls, and schools; outdoor gateways for factories, campuses, and farms. 3. Coverage & Signal Penetration Smart cities and agriculture need outdoor gateways, while

LoRaWAN, as a long-range and low-power wireless communication technology, has become a preferred choice for IoT applications such as smart cities, smart agriculture, and industrial monitoring. However, despite its excellent communication capabilities, a successful LoRaWAN network deployment requires careful planning, site testing, and optimization. This guide covers essential aspects of LoRaWAN network planning, including coverage

In many early-stage or simplified LoRaWAN deployments, some gateways integrate the Network Server (NS) directly inside the device. While this approach simplifies setup, it limits scalability, compatibility, and centralized management.Upgrading to a standard LoRaWAN architecture—where end devices send data to gateways, which forward it to an external NS before reaching the application server—can greatly enhance

Abstract:This article explores the similarities and differences between LoRa base stations and LoRaWAN gateways, highlighting their core roles in the Internet of Things (IoT). It also introduces key concepts such as LoRa, LoRaWAN, gateways, and network servers (NS), and showcases how Manthink offers a comprehensive portfolio of LoRaWAN modules, DTUs, gateways, and ThinkLink NS solutions