Satellite AIS

[DeepFrz]

I'm not sure if this is the correct forum or not but an interesting look at how governments are using Satellite AIS.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUKQI54Tn0Q

[Bregts]

Interesting but keep in mind that satellite AIS only works with class A transponders. The signal from a class B is not powerful enough to be picked up by the satellites (for now).

[goboatingnow]

Originally Posted by Bregts

Interesting but keep in mind that satellite AIS only works with class A transponders. The signal from a class B is not powerful enough to be picked up by the satellites (for now).

interestingly

"Both Class A and Class B AIS transponders are detectable by S-AIS, however Class A transmissions are more likely to be detected for the following reasons, among others:" IMS Global


dave

[Bregts]

Originally Posted by goboatingnow

interestingly

"Both Class A and Class B AIS transponders are detectable by S-AIS, however Class A transmissions are more likely to be detected for the following reasons, among others:" IMS Global


dave

Ok, that's new for me. I like it. This can be a huge help if we ever are overdue or lost at sea.

[goboatingnow]

Originally Posted by Bregts

Ok, that's new for me. I like it. This can be a huge help if we ever are overdue or lost at sea.

Or just add to the data the NSA or Google keeps on us !

Dave

[continuouswave]

Originally Posted by DeepFrz

...an interesting look at how governments are using Satellite AIS....

Yes, quite interesting. Thanks for posting.