Corvanta is proud to announce the integration of Starlink’s low earth orbit satellite network into our proven Critical Communications Hub to significantly bolster connectivity for ambulance services in remote areas of Australia.
The addition of Starlink‘s low earth orbit satellite network provides a reliable backup in regions with mobile blackspots or limited coverage. Corvanta’s Critical Communications Hub now combines satellite capability with Wi-Fi and dual-5G network connectivity, ensuring a consistent and reliable data connection by switching between networks when one is unavailable. This redundancy is vital for patient care and paramedic safety, maintaining uninterrupted communications throughout the entire journey.
Corvanta Head of Research and Development, Anthony Fisher, said the strengthened capability is laying the groundwork for future high-bandwidth application usage in ambulances even in the the most remote areas of Australia.
“Adding the Starlink capability to the Critical Communications Hub is crucial for ensuring seamless connectivity in rural areas. By enabling advanced communication systems, we can help bridge the gap between urban and rural healthcare, ensuring timely and efficient medical assistance for all Australians, and a safer more connected paramedic no matter where they are.” he said.
How Satellite Technology Strengthens the Critical Communications Hub
- Integrated Satellite Communication
The Critical Communication Hub automatically switches from mobile data to satellite connectivity when the vehicle enters areas with poor or no mobile coverage. This ensures uninterrupted connectivity in Australia’s most remote and rural areas, including those with limited land-mobile radio systems.
2. Real-Time Data Transfer
The Critical Communications Hub enables real-time data transfer, including patient information, incident updates, and other critical data directly to paramedics and receiving hospitals or medical facilities. It also provides automatic route updates based on traffic conditions and road closures, as well as the most efficient routes for emergency responders.
3. Reliable GPS and Mapping Information
Satellite connectivity provides continuous location tracking in areas where radio and mobile signals might be weak or unavailable. Live tracking of ambulance locations via GPS enables dispatchers to monitor vehicle movements closely in real-time, optimise route navigation, and provide up-to-date operational status.
Integrated next-generation maps and navigation direct paramedics to their destination, even in rural and remote areas with limited infrastructure, increasing operational efficiency and reducing response times.
4. Multiple Redundancy
Combining satellite communication and mobile data in rural and remote areas, the Critical Communications Hub offers multiple layers of redundancy for your critical communications and data requirements. The Critical Communications Hub can intelligently switch between networks ensuring full coverage for paramedics and ambulances in rural areas when traditional wifi and cellular networks are unavailable.
Corvanta’s commitment to innovation continues to pave the way for future high-bandwidth applications in ambulances, ensuring that even the remotest areas of Australia receive timely and efficient medical assistance.
