GPS tracking is one of the most important technologies in today’s world. From parcel updates to navigation and many different fields, we rely on GPS.
However, if we want to track smaller items such as baggage or monitor the location of children, or if we intend to monitor someone discreetly, we often require a compact and inconspicuous device that can be easily attached without occupying much space.
Today, we will design the smallest GPS tracker that you can use as a key ring or attach as a small tag to bags to track children, affix to the necks of animals, or integrate with vehicles, parcels, or individuals for tracking purposes.
In our design, the primary requirement is to maintain a compact size within 3cm. Therefore, we opted for the Indusboard Coin as the base.
Additionally, to ensure the GPS unit remains small, we selected the L86 GPS module, measuring only 1.5 cm and equipped with an integrated GPS antenna.
For transmitting data via GSM, we incorporated the SIM800l module, which operates on the 2G band. However, if higher network speeds are desired, it’s possible to substitute this with a 4G or 5G GSM module.
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