System and method for asset tracking configuration of a mobile terminal

摘要

A system and method for asset tracking configuration of a mobile terminal. A mobile terminal can be designed to enable a remote determination of an asset position. In one embodiment, the mobile terminal can include a configured function that enables the mobile terminal to reconfigure mobile terminal operation (e.g., activation of a GPS engine).

主权项

1. A mobile terminal that enables asset tracking, comprising:
a first position tracking module that collects measurements from a plurality of positioning satellites, said collected measurements being obtained for forwarding by said mobile terminal to a remote operations center for determination of a position of said mobile terminal; a second position tracking module that determines a position of said mobile terminal locally at said mobile terminal; and a controller that controls an activation of said second position tracking module based on an analysis of power availability or consumption by said mobile terminal.