Smart Cities & Municipal IoT
Wireless Modbus Connectivity for Urban Infrastructure
Link485 enables wireless connectivity for smart city applications - parking sensors, street lighting, environmental monitoring, and waste management - with scalable LoRa and cellular options for city-wide deployments.
Challenges in Smart City Deployments
City-Wide Connectivity
Connecting thousands of sensors across a city requires scalable, cost-effective wireless infrastructure without dense wiring.
High Deployment Costs
Traditional wired solutions for street lighting, parking, and sensors require expensive trenching and underground conduits.
Legacy Infrastructure Integration
Existing street lights, parking meters, and environmental sensors often have RS-485/Modbus but lack wireless connectivity.
Power & Maintenance
Battery-powered sensors need long battery life, and maintenance teams need remote diagnostics to reduce site visits.
Wireless Modbus Solutions for Smart Cities
Smart Parking Sensors & Management
Deploy wireless parking sensors connected via LoRa or cellular to track occupancy in real-time. Enable dynamic pricing, guide drivers to available spots, and optimize parking enforcement.
Key Benefits:
- Real-Time Occupancy: Live parking availability on mobile apps
- Dynamic Pricing: Adjust pricing based on demand
- Revenue Optimization: Identify violations and optimize enforcement routes
- Traffic Reduction: Reduce congestion from drivers searching for parking
Street Lighting Control & Monitoring
Connect LED street lights wirelessly for remote control, dimming schedules, and fault detection. Reduce energy consumption by 50%+ with adaptive lighting based on traffic and time of day.
Key Benefits:
- Remote Control: Centralized on/off and dimming control
- Adaptive Lighting: Dim lights during low traffic hours
- Fault Detection: Instant alerts for failed lights
- Energy Savings: 50-70% reduction in energy consumption
Environmental Monitoring (Air Quality, Noise)
Deploy air quality, noise, temperature, and humidity sensors across the city. Monitor pollution hotspots, track trends, and provide data for public health and urban planning decisions.
Key Benefits:
- Air Quality Mapping: Real-time PM2.5, PM10, CO2, NOx levels
- Noise Pollution: Track noise levels near schools, hospitals, residential areas
- Public Dashboards: Transparency with real-time data for citizens
- Compliance Monitoring: Regulatory compliance and reporting
City Deploys 2,500 Smart Street Lights
A mid-sized Indian city deployed Link485 LoRaWAN to connect 2,500 LED street lights with wireless control and monitoring, achieving 63% energy savings and ₹2.8 crore annual cost reduction.
"Link485 LoRaWAN enabled city-wide street light control without trenching. We saved ₹2.8 crores annually on energy and reduced manual inspections by 90%. ROI in 18 months." — Chief Engineer, Municipal Corporation
Recommended Products for Smart Cities
Link485 LoRaWAN
LoRaWAN Gateway
Perfect for city-wide deployments with thousands of sensors. Scalable, low-cost, long battery life.
- Massive scalability (1000s of devices)
- 10+ km range in urban areas
- 10+ year battery life
- Public/private LoRaWAN network
Link485 4G
Cellular Modbus Gateway
For critical infrastructure and areas without LoRaWAN coverage. 4G/LTE connectivity anywhere.
- 4G/LTE connectivity
- Works in any cellular coverage
- High reliability for critical systems
- Real-time monitoring
Link485 Zero
LoRa Modbus Bridge
For smaller deployments or specific zones. Private LoRa network without infrastructure dependencies.
- 2+ km range
- No monthly fees
- Private network
- Quick deployment
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