Powertec Wireless Technology National Coverage Model

Powertec Wireless Technology has introduced the National Coverage Model (NCM), a cloud-based platform used to analyse the coverage and performance of Australia’s 4G and 5G networks. Empowering technology professionals with insights that were not previously available, the model is designed to revolutionise the way cellular technologies can be deployed and optimised.

The platform provides a true, high-resolution snapshot of Telstra, Optus and Vodafone 4G/5G networks across the entire country and out to sea. With an intuitive and familiar interface, users can check and compare mobile coverage for any location in the country.

NCM enables technology professionals to plan, deploy and optimise wireless solutions reliant on 4G and 5G connectivity right from their web browser. For consultants and property developers, the platform provides insights into the availability and speed of 4G/5G mobile networks, whether the task is understanding mobile coverage of a new subdivision, drone BVLOS flight planning or identifying blackspots along a traffic corridor.

Simply type in an address or GPS coordinates to check the availability of Telstra, Optus and Vodafone 4G/5G at that location. A signal level estimate (RSRP), based on real-world data, can be obtained with a single click.

With mobile data speed prediction, users can understand the performance capabilities of the 4G/5G network and how data speed is impacted by terrain, vegetation and buildings between them and the tower. They can also understand which tower is providing signal to a location, along with alternatives for effective emergency outage and disaster planning scenarios.

Users can plan their technology deployment with detailed information on terrain and distances, and optimal antenna height and azimuth for aiming equipment at the tower. Extensive graphical mapping features allow for the easy generation of connectivity reports, including ability to assess sites in bulk.