With this premise, Atamo developed the SatSAFE, a small device that can be carried or mounted on the dash and allows communication back to base of a few simple messages, such as “here I am” or “help!” Because this is via satellite, “base” can be anywhere in a continent-sized footprint, and will work worldwide.

Services provided

The SatSAFE was developed under contract for
OmniSTAR, who retain exclusive rights to the
design. OmniSTAR is part of the worldwide Fugro
group, headquartered in the Netherlands;
OmniSTAR-AM provides precise positioning,
navigation and asset monitoring services to
clients throughout Australasia.

Atamo provided complete managed product
development, from initial problem definition with
OmniSTAR, through design to manufacture,
including developing production test jigs. Development included circuit boards, enclosures, software and interface to a number of models of satellite modems, plus compliance testing. Key to the design was battery management circuitry, so that the unit can continue to operate with minimal drain on the vehicle’s power.

Our deliverables included:

• An update of an existing specification to reflect current thinking on the product
• Our client owns the IP: All design files, as schematic capture, design notes, and software
• Biweekly progress reports at the client's premises
• Production plans, prototype test plans and results
• Ongoing support and feature enhancements

Benefits to our client

Assignment charges