[KL7AA] System for ​ positions of vessels and aircraft in real-time - Call for volunteers

[Jim Larsen]

I have received a request offering hams a chance to host one of these
monitoring systems in their home and be granted access to be able to view
the outputs.  I see no conflict with our amateur radio rules as this is
strictly a volunteer issue that promotes safety for pilots and boat
captains.  Examples of the outputs can be seen by following the links
provided, especially ​http://usharbormasters.com/

All questions should go directly to Capt. Matthew Calouro.

Jim

Jim Larsen
Anchorage Alaska
1-907-223-3548
AL7FS

​Good Day All,

     My name is Capt. Matthew J. Calouro of Maritime Information Systems,
Inc. Our company is attempting to increase its Automatic Identification
System (AIS) and Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B)
coverage of the area.

     We are reaching out to the amateur radio community because of its
member’s technical skills and enthusiasm for technology. As you may or may
not know, AIS and ADS-B receivers track the
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positions of vessels and aircraft in real-time. We hope to enlist your help
in hosting our tracking equipment.

     I have provided images of both displays and the equipment below.  As
an AIS and ADS-B hosting partner, you would be granted online access to
both the vessel and aircraft interfaces.  We need your help in expanding
our coverage.

See more detailed information at
​​
http://usharbormasters.com/

     There would be no costs involved in hosting other than internet and
electricity and we would provide the equipment along with the associated
hardware for installation.

     The equipment uses less than 1 AMP of power and would not exceed 15
kbps of internet bandwidth. MIS warrants that the connection made to the
internet will be for outgoing data only and in no way impede or reduce the
security of the internet connection. A static IP address can be provided in
case of firewalls and other security concerns.
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     A short description is provided here to demonstrate the small size of
the receiver system.

    Receiver Dimensions = Width = 5in / 12.7cm , Length = 8-3/4in / 22.225
cm and Height  = 2-1/4in / 5.715 cm

    Fiberglass Antenna: for aircraft traffic has a bracket / pole mount
fitting of 6.35cm by 6.1cm = 2-1/2in by 2-3/8in  (approx. 36 inches tall)

    The Marine Antenna: (6dB performance) stainless steel “L” bracket  4.2
cm /  6.7cm  = 2-5/8in / 1-5/8in  approx. (36 inches tall)

    Frequencies:   1090 MHz frequency (sometimes called 1090ES) and  978
MHz UAT
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      Please look over the material and let us know if you, or someone you
know, may be interested in helping with the project or if I can answer any
additional questions.

Please contact me directly for questions or to let me know you would like
to participate.

Thank you for your time and interest.

Matt

Capt. Matthew J. Calouro CMM
Harbormaster (Ret.)
Maritime Information Systems, Inc.
mcalouro at usharbormaster.com
(C) 401-256-8663 Rhode Island
(O) 401-247-7780 Massachusetts
TWIC ID: (on request)
AIS ADS-B Vessel and Aircraft Tracking Equipment

LINKS:

http://www.motioninfo.net
http://www.motioninfo.net/home-marine.cfm

Additional Information:

ADS-B - http://www.motioninfo.net/

Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) is a collision avoidance
technology using GPS satellite to determine aircraft position. ADS-B can be
received
by air traffic control stations as a replacement for secondary radar and is
used by other aircraft for situational awareness.

MIS Aero Tracking Platform
The MIS Aero Tracking Platform uses tarmac level receivers at airports of
all sizes to enable a comprehensive aviation tracking and reporting system
that benefits both
individual airports and the aviation industry as a whole.
• Real-time tracking interface shows ADS-B equipped aircraft in motion
• Multiple views showing weather, terrain, VFR, IFR, etc.
• List of all ADS-B and Mode-S equipped aircraft in the air
• Complete aircraft and flight details as well as speed, altitude,
direction, and more

Web VTS - http://www.motioninfo.net/home-marine.cfm

Web VTS is a web-based marine traffic monitoring system for ports and other
organizations interested in monitoring real-time or historical vessel
traffic.

WebVTS designed for vessel traffic and monitoring centers and increases the
safety, security and efficiency of operations within a port.

WebVTS provides a complete AIS interface that includes the ability to:
• View and track all AIS equipped vessels
• Display specific vessel information
WebVTS assists port authorities and other traffic monitoring operators to:
• Identify and track AIS equipped vessels
• Provide additional information to assist collision avoidance and
investigation
• View archived/historical data
• Make any operational decision or action
• Provide full range of unique marine traffic reports

WebVTS’s interface and display of AIS related information offers port
operators a substantial leap forward in their ability to communicate and
interact with vessels. Since WebVTS is fully configurable, operators can
adjust the size of the chart panel, customize color patterns for AIS
targets, set alarms, create reports, filters, and zones specific to each
user.

WebVTS is a unique tool to see your vessels from anywhere. The web-based
architecture or WebVTS allows you to always see where your vessels are.
And even if you are out of the office, you are in touch with your ships. A
computer with an internet connection is all what is required.

WebVTS receives AIS data from our AIS Server stations and provides a
graphic display of AIS targets onto electronic charts and maps. WebVTS
supports
Google maps, Microsoft Virtual Earth maps, Microsoft MapPoint maps, and BSB
nautical charts.