The Murata 1SC module is designed to allow customers to use both TN and NTN networks. This was the first module certified by Skylo and the basis for all the D2D testing. This flexibility enables the devices to toggle between the two networks, offering several key benefits.
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Connectivity continues to rapidly evolve, and NTN is leading the way. There are already holes in the cellular network in the spaces organizations operate in today, as industries expand operations into remote, rural, or even into areas, the demand for always-on connectivity is rising sharply. Terrestrial networks alone often cannot meet these demands due to infrastructure gaps. According to research by GSMA, 40% of the world’s landmass lacks reliable terrestrial coverage. Satellite connectivity offers a resilient solution to extend coverage in rural or remote areas and is available today
Growing reliance on automation and data-driven insights makes continuous connectivity essential. Industries are already adopting NTN to support real-time asset tracking, worker safety, and environmental monitoring. Research from McKinsey & Company shows that companies that leverage satellite connectivity report up to 25% efficiency gains in field operations and logistics. As digital transformation accelerates, integrating satellites into business strategies is becoming not just a competitive advantage but a necessity.
The Murata solution utilizes both terrestrial (TN) and non-terrestrial networks (NTN) within a single solution to streamline the development of NTN-capable devices. The collaboration with Skylo specifically addresses the need for customers to connect to NTN, enabling customers to utilize a single SIM from a Skylo enabled MVNO or MNO to connect to both TN and NTN networks.
Designing a product with both Terrestrial Network and Non-Terrestrial Network capabilities from the start not only future-proofs the device but also expands its potential market and use cases. This dual-mode approach inherently increases reliability and availability, as the product can seamlessly switch between ground-based and satellite networks, ensuring connectivity in remote areas, during terrestrial network outages, or in microholes in cellular networks. Furthermore, it allows for a wider range of applications, from enhanced emergency communication and asset tracking in isolated regions to ubiquitous Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity across diverse environments. Integrating both capabilities from the design phase avoids the higher costs and complexities associated with retrofitting or developing separate product lines later, streamlining manufacturing and potentially reducing the overall total cost of ownership (TCO). Ultimately, this forward-thinking strategy delivers a more versatile, robust, and marketable product, capable of meeting evolving connectivity demands.
Skylo is a leading NTN provider with its innovative approach to direct-to-device connectivity, which allows standard cellular devices to connect to existing satellites, eliminating the need for specialized hardware or modems typically associated with legacy satellite solutions. This dramatically reduces the bill of materials to design a TN + NTN capable product, accelerating the adoption of satellite connectivity and future proofing solutions.
Skylo's commercially available network offers expansive coverage across critical global markets, including North America, Europe, Australia, Brazil, and soon Japan, which collectively represent approximately 60.6% of the world's GDP. These regions are pivotal for IoT growth due to their advanced industrial sectors (e.g., manufacturing, agriculture, mining), significant investments in smart city initiatives, high demand for consumer electronics, and robust logistics and transportation industries. Skylo's ability to provide seamless connectivity in remote or underserved areas ensures continuous data transmission for critical IoT applications, from asset tracking and predictive maintenance to emergency services and environmental monitoring, making it a compelling choice for businesses seeking reliable and ubiquitous IoT solutions.
The Murata 1SC module is designed to allow customers to use both TN and NTN networks. This was the first module certified by Skylo and the basis for all the D2D testing. This flexibility enables the devices to toggle between the two networks, offering several key benefits.
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Several companies have successfully built devices based on the Murata 1SC module and enabled their devices to work on Skylo’s network. Two examples are:
Grinn Terrasat NTN: Grinn Terrasat NTN has leveraged the Murata type 1SC module to develop an asset tracking and IoT sensor device that provides reliable connectivity in remote areas. The device features a high-precision GNSS L1/L5 receiver combined with accelerometer, magnetometer, temperature, and humidity sensors to address a multitude of remote monitoring and asset tracking use cases.
Neyos: Neyos utilizes the Murata 1SC module to create personal tracking devices used for worker safety, sporting events, and lone worker applications that benefit from both terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks. This has allowed Neyos to offer extended coverage and improved service reliability to ensure overall user safety.
The partnership and collaboration between Murata and Skylo make it easier for companies to stay connected. This solution combines Murata's small, power-saving hardware with Skylo’s satellite network, so businesses can use one simple product to track and manage their operations anywhere. This is especially useful for keeping tabs on high-value assets, like equipment or goods, to help prevent loss and theft. For utility companies, gas, water, and electric meters can stay connected and report data reliably, even in locations without cellular coverage, cutting down on costs and the need for additional hardware.
This partnership also brings major benefits to fleet and field operations. Whether it’s delivery trucks, service vehicles, or farming equipment, businesses can track where vehicles are, how they’re being used, and when they need maintenance. This leads to safer drivers and lower fuel costs. In the agriculture and energy industries, our solution enables key condition monitoring, like tank levels or methane leaks, to alert teams before issues turn into logistical problems or monetary loss.
Farmers can even use it to track cattle, valued at several thousands to tens of thousands of dollars, across large, remote properties-reducing loss and improving overall care and risk mitigation. With Murata and Skylo, businesses gain a simple way to stay connected and in control, no matter where their work takes them, providing a clear ROI for high-value asset management.
For customers looking to explore the possibilities of developing TN/NTN-capable devices, the easiest way is to procure a Murata 1SC EVK (Evaluation Kit) and then obtain a trial sim from one of Skylo’s many Mobile Network Operator partners from the list here. Together, the kit + SIM will enable developers to experience seamless connectivity across both terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks. For example, Monogoto offers a convenient Satellite IoT Extension Kit, which can be purchased today that includes the Murata 1SC EVK and a TN+NTN capable SIM. This kit provides everything out of the box and allows for developers to get started right away.
The collaboration between Murata and Skylo, combined with the flexibility of the Murata 1SC module, simplifies the development of NTN-capable devices. The ability to toggle between TN and NTN provides numerous advantages, including extended coverage, network redundancy, and cost optimization. Customers like Grinn Terrasat NTN and Neyos demonstrate the real-world applications and benefits of this technology. The availability of kits like the Monogoto Satellite IoT Extension Kit further lowers the barrier to entry for developers looking to build the next generation of connected devices.
See a demo of the solution in action at Sensors Converge Event in Santa Clara, June 23-26th, at Murata’s booth #716. Book a meeting now to talk with Murata and Skylo to learn more.
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