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RockSTAR Rugged handheld device for position updates & two-way messaging
Ground Control / RockSTAR
RockSTAR

Rugged handheld device for position updates & two-way messaging

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Ground Control's RockSTAR is a rugged IP67-rated handheld device that provides defense forces with crucial beyond-line-of-sight messaging and tracking capabilities anywhere on Earth, without needing to rely on terrestrial networks or RF.

The compact unit transmits regular GPS position updates over Iridium at configurable intervals, and also connects to Bluetooth-paired devices to relay short messages such as SMS and emails.

Specifications:

Dimensions: 144 x 76 x 36 inc. antenna
Weight: 305g inc. antenna
Battery Life: 12 months transmitting once per day
3 months transmitting once per hour
3 weeks transmitting every 15 minutes
Communications: Iridium Short Burst Data
GPS dual-frequency multi-band
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