Specification and how it works
The mioty® protocol is standardized by ETSI under the specification TS 103 357. It is designed specifically for endpoint operation within this standard. Like LoRaWAN®, mioty® operates in the license‑free 868 MHz band in Europe. This means users incur no transmission fees—a major cost advantage compared to licensed spectrum.
However, license-free spectrum also comes with challenges: anyone can deploy a network, and the result often resembles a data highway with few traffic rules. Interference is common. This is where mioty® shows its true strength.
With Telegram Splitting, outgoing data packets are divided into multiple sub‑telegrams. These are transmitted on different frequencies and with slight time offsets. Even if up to 50% of all sub‑telegrams are lost, the message still arrives successfully. This drastically reduces the Packet Error Rate (PER) compared to other LPWAN technologies.
A typical mioty® network consists of many lightweight sensor nodes communicating via standard radio chips with a powerful base station. A single base station can support up to one million nodes and 1.5 million messages per day. The system works reliably in stationary installations as well as in mobile applications up to 120 km/h. Thanks to ultra‑short transmission durations for each sub‑telegram, mioty® enables battery lifetimes of up to 20 years.
Telegramm Splitting Technology
Where is mioty® used?
Like all LPWAN technologies, mioty® can be used across a wide range of applications. Because of its exceptional robustness and long-range communication, it is particularly suitable for demanding environments.
A key use case is the monitoring of large industrial systems where devices are often located in hard‑to‑reach areas. In Industry 4.0, mioty® is already playing an essential role in monitoring machine operating states, enabling predictive maintenance, and supporting machine‑to‑machine communication (M2M).
mioty® also shines in dense urban areas because it allows an extremely high number of nodes per base station. This makes it ideal for Smart City applications where installation space for base stations is limited but the number of endpoints is vast. Typical scenarios include:
- smart metering (remote meter reading)
- energy consumption control
- monitoring environmental parameters such as air quality
- managing supply networks
- traffic and parking monitoring
These are just a few examples – mioty® can be used in countless other long‑range, low‑power IoT applications.
mioty® Protocol Stack
The mioty® Protocol Stack by STACKFORCE is a highly efficient and exceptionally robust solution for LPWAN and industrial networks. As a founding member of the mioty® Alliance, STACKFORCE is deeply involved in the ecosystem and continuously optimizes the stack in close collaboration with Alliance partners.
The mioty® Stack is available as a ready‑to‑use standard product within our Protocol Stack Portfolio. Minor customizations can be implemented quickly, and for more complex needs, we also offer fully tailored solutions. We have already successfully completed numerous projects with mioty® since its market introduction.
For customers who wish to combine new technology with established standards, STACKFORCE also offers Multi‑Stacks. In addition to mioty®, we provide LoRaWAN®, OMS v5 and Wireless M‑Bus. With a multi stack solution, switching technologies – even during runtime – is always possible. This allows devices to dynamically adapt to environmental conditions.
mioty Stack
Enable your devices for mioty®
Our mioty® Protocol Stack can be easily integrated into your existing devices. With a compatible microcontroller and radio chip – or an integrated radio interface – you can enable your products to transmit data via mioty®.
With years of experience in IoT communication technologies, STACKFORCE offers professional support to ensure a smooth integration process. The result is competitive, easy‑to‑install, and low‑maintenance products.
If you’re considering developing your own solution, we encourage you to first take a look at our Blogpost “Make or Buy”. We fully understand the motivation behind custom development – however, our experience has shown that self‑developed stacks can quickly become an endless resource drain, especially in the fast‑moving field of communication standards. That’s why we have dedicated ourselves entirely to communication software for embedded devices.
Would you like to learn more about mioty®?
Feel free to contact us – or read our upcoming article exploring the mioty® Stack in detail: What’s included? Which standards are implemented? What features does the stack offer?
