Why does this matter operationally?
Remote Operations
The ability to monitor, control, and manage assets, equipment, and infrastructure from a location physically separated from the operational site. Reliable, low-latency connectivity is the technical foundation that makes remote operations viable rather than merely theoretical.
158 terms
Manpack Terminal
Manpack Terminal is a portable communications terminal that can be carried by an individual operator for field use, providing mobile communications access with minimal setup requirements.
Hardware
Maritime Connectivity
Maritime Connectivity is communication connectivity provided to vessels, offshore assets, and marine operations. It supports service access at sea and in port environments where terrestrial network coverage is limited or…
Service Model
Maritime IoT
The application of industrial IoT sensor and connectivity technology to vessel and port operations, encompassing engine and equipment condition monitoring, cargo and container tracking, and environmental sensing, adapted to the…
Concept/Framework
MCX
The 3GPP-standardized family of mission-critical push-to-talk, data, and video services delivered over LTE and 5G networks, providing public safety and defense organizations mission-critical-grade group communication capability over cellular network infrastructure.
Protocol
Measurement
Measurement is the process of assigning a value to a variable based on observation, sensing, or calculation according to a defined method. The result is used to understand state, compare…
Concept/Framework
Mechanically-Steered Antenna
A mechanically-steered antenna is a directional antenna system that uses motors or other mechanical actuators to alter pointing direction and maintain alignment with a target. It is used when physical…
Hardware
Microgrid
A localized electrical grid with its own generation, storage, and distribution infrastructure, capable of operating either connected to the main utility grid or independently in island mode, serving a defined…
Concept/Framework
Mining IoT
The application of connected sensor and device technology to mining operations, encompassing environmental monitoring, equipment condition sensing, personnel tracking, and process automation across both surface and underground deployment contexts.
Concept/Framework
Mobile Command Node
Mobile Command Node is a movable command and communications point that can coordinate operations from a field location. It supports command functions outside fixed sites.
Hardware
Mobility
Mobility is the capability for a connection, service, or device to remain usable as the endpoint changes location.
Concept/Framework