Derek Inglis, P.Eng, MBA, Xeos Technologies, Inc.
Remote areas of the earth are interesting places to study science but getting information back from remote sites can be challenging for many reasons. Remote sites are often unattended and hard to revisit once equipment is installed. The environment can range from extreme heat to extreme cold. Equipment can be under snow or under water. Satellite telemetry plays a vital role in getting data back from these remote sites. Derek will give an overview of real world examples of how satellite telemetry can bring back important data sets in very remote, harsh environments.
Derek is the President and one of the founders of Xeos Technologies Inc a manufacturer of Iridium satellite telemetry products for scientific and law enforcement markets. Previously, Derek worked at Seimac Ltd where he was part of a development team that designed and manufactured products using Argos, GOES and Cospas/Sarsat satellite modems as well as spread spectrum radios.
About Xeos Technologies Inc:
Xeos has designed several Iridium telemetry products for oceanographic and polar science applications. Making use of the latest technology using Iridium and other radio technologies Xeos products are used in the most remote places on earth. Xeos is committed to serving the scientific community with the best data collection solutions. Xeos has a sincere interest in helping further scientific understanding by providing cost effective solutions that incorporate various satellite systems, VHF, UHF, cellular, GPS and low power wireless network integration. By making use of the latest radio technologies, firmware tools, application software and robust mechanical packaging, Xeos is expanding the limits for data telemetry products. Xeos works hand in hand with scientists and operational personnel to develop rugged state of the art products.