STMicroelectronics recently introduced ST87M01 NB-IoT data communications module employs the Ceva-Waves Dragonfly NB-IoT platform. The ST87M01 module provides GNSS geo-location capability for IoT devices and assets in addition to NB-IoT data communications.

ST87M01 cellular IoT modules are designed for a range of IoT applications including smart meters, smart grid, smart buildings, smart cities and smart infrastructure applications, as well as industrial condition monitoring and factory automation, smart agriculture and environmental monitoring.

The Ceva-Waves Dragonfly platform integrates a Ceva-BX1 processor, an optimised RF Transceiver, baseband, and a protocol stack to offer a complete Release 15 Cat-NB2 modem IP solution that reduces time-to-market and lowers entry barriers.

It is also suited to tracking applications such as locating pets, children, and elders, safety monitoring for remote workers, asset tracking for equipment such as power tools, and general intelligent logistics.

Domenico Arrigo, General Manager, Application Specific Product Division, STMicroelectronics, said: “Ceva-Waves Dragonfly platform was the outstanding choice for our ST87M01 NB-IoT/GNSS full in-house module. Conceiving, designing, and industrialising the complete module internally required tight collaboration and top-class engineering support, which the Ceva team provided seamlessly.”

Tal Shalev, Vice President and General Manager, Wireless IoT Business Unit at Ceva, stated: “We are proud to collaborate closely with STMicroelectronics and enable them to push the boundaries of cellular IoT performance and power efficiency with our complete Release 15 Cat-NB2 modem IP solution. The very impressive ST87M01 NB-IoT/GNSS module is tailored to the demanding requirements of the industrial market and we look forward to seeing the module successfully deployed in the field.”