To meet the growing demand for efficient vehicle monitoring in logistics, commercial operations, and traffic management, the MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU) team in Pune has developed an advanced vehicle data tracking system utilizing 5G technology. The system, created by professors and students including Ashutosh Solanke, Malhar Jojare, Hrushikesh Kalamkar, and mentor Prof Shweta Kukade, leverages the latest advancements to provide real-time vehicle tracking, enhanced safety features, and improved operational efficiency.
The system has been patented for its innovative integration of 5G technology, real-time tracking capabilities, and safety features that will benefit a wide range of stakeholders including fleet operators, automotive manufacturers, insurance companies, logistics firms, and smart city planners. It features real-time location tracking, geo-fencing, and emergency alert capabilities, which are essential for modern applications in fleet management, insurance, public transportation, and logistics.
The MIT-WPU team aims to commercialize the system through partnerships with automotive manufacturers and logistics companies. They are also exploring consumer applications for individual vehicle owners, offering enhanced security and tracking capabilities.
Prof Shweta Kukade, Assistant Professor at MIT World Peace University, highlighted the system’s advantages: “Traditional systems fall short in terms of high-speed connectivity and precise location tracking. Our system, which integrates 5G technology and enhanced GPS/GLONASS accuracy, ensures faster and more reliable tracking, making it particularly valuable for sectors such as fleet management and logistics.”
The new system addresses the limitations of traditional vehicle tracking systems that rely on older 2G or 3G networks. These networks often suffer from slow data transfer speeds and unreliable connectivity, which can compromise tracking accuracy.
The integration of 5G technology allows for real-time data transfer and precise location tracking, even in challenging environments like rural or remote areas. It includes features such as geo-fencing to set virtual boundaries and provide alerts if vehicles leave designated areas, and an emergency button for immediate alerts in critical situations.
The system also automatically switches to open Wi-Fi networks to maintain connectivity in areas with weak or no 5G signals, ensuring continuous connectivity without breaching legal or network boundaries. This feature enhances safety and precision compared to legacy systems that depend solely on GPS tracking over 2G/3G networks. With its cutting-edge technology, the MIT-WPU team’s vehicle data tracking system is poised to revolutionize fleet management, logistics, and urban mobility.
