SparkFun Electronics, a company based out of Boulder, Colorado, USA, has introduced SparkFun RTK EVK (Evaluation Kit), a development platform for fixed or mobile high-precision positioning and navigation needs. The RTK Evaluation Kit comes with a range of options for prototyping: L1 + L2 RTK GNSS, with L-Band correction built-in if needed, running on an agile processor with memory to spare. In terms of connectivity options, the SparkFun RTK EVK has the kitchen sink: WiFi/BT, Ethernet and LTE cellular.
Key Features of SparkFun RTK EVK Evaluation Kit
- Custom Open-Source Software: Pre-loaded with the new RTK Everywhere firmware, the user can configure the EVK as a RTK Base and push corrections to an NTRIP Caster, or configure the EVK as a RTK Rover and use corrections delivered over WiFi or Bluetooth.
- L-Band Connection: The GNSS is the excellent dual-band (L1 + L2) ZED-F9P from u-blox. The integrated u-blox NEO-D9S provides L-Band reception and access to correction services such as PointPerfect.
- Cellular Connectivity: The u-blox LARA-R6001D provides global cellular connectivity; insert your nano SIM into the front panel and stream MQTT correction data.
- Zero-Touch RTK: A simple way to receive corrections: simply register the device, plug it into Ethernet (PoE supported) or give the device the WiFi credentials for a hot spot or other WiFi network, and enable PointPerfect - no NTRIP credentials required.
- High-End Aluminum Case: The custom extruded aluminum case with machined end panels and slotted flanges makes it simple to install the RTK EVK in a weatherproof enclosure, and comes with an OLED display is 1.3 inch with 128x64 crisp white pixels.
"The RTK EVK represents a significant leap forward in our ability to provide versatile, high-precision PNT solutions," said SparkFun Founder Nathan Seidle. "With its comprehensive suite of features and custom RTK Everywhere firmware, the RTK EVK empowers developers to experiment and innovate fixed or mobile applications with ease, and we encourage our users to explore different use cases with this highly-adaptable product."
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