Demanding military and security wireless applications require secure, high-speed connectivity for data, video and voice. MeshDynamics’s MD4000 family of wireless mesh nodes deliver superior performance over multiple hops in fixed and mobile applications. The products have been extensively tested, and deployed in combat environments, along security perimeters and national borders, and in video surveillance environments.
Patented and patent-pending technology utilizes multiple backhaul radios to provide near-instantaneous network set-up, node mobility at speeds up to 250mph, high bandwidth, and minimal delay and jitter..
MOBILE MESH NODE NETWORKS
Each MeshDynamics wireless mesh node incorporates a sophisticated RF ‘robot’ which monitors the radio environment to locate adjacent nodes and avoid interfering and jamming sources. Each node operates in an independent yet coordinated manner to build the network topology. In mobile environments, high performance is maintained as the node automatically and transparently connects to other stationary or mobile nodes.
In a deployed combat environment, vehicle-mounted MeshDynamics MD4000 wireless mesh nodes demonstrated reliable connectivity between multiple convoy vehicles in simultaneous motion. The threat sensor application supported by the MeshDynamics network operated flawlessly as the vehicles moved through a rugged outdoor environment.
WIRELESS BORDER SURVEILLANCE
Border and perimeter security environments demand high performance over extended distances for date, voice and surveillance and tactical video. In most cases, wired or fiber connectivity is unavailable, so the network must be delivered wireless over many hops (node to node connections). MeshDynamics’ patented and patent pending third-generation wireless mesh architecture delivers bandwidth with minimal delay and jitter over many hops. In addition, the MeshDynamics network functions as a Layer 2 switch infrastructure, transparent to a wide variety of sensor and video streams.
In a successful long-term pilot network across a national border, MeshDynamics nodes are providing connectivity for a variety of security applications to mobile border security forces. Node-to-node distances reach up to 14 miles.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE NODE NETWORKS
MeshDynamics products are currently utilized in a variety of hastily formed military and civilian networks. Threat sensors, data, video and even sports-scoring applications are supported over MeshDynamics networks that deploy over broad geographical areas in a few minutes. Network start-up is automatic and immediate when power is applied to the nodes.
No site survey or channel pre-configuration is necessary: the distributed dynamic radio intelligence in each node manages the complete network set-up process. MeshDynamics units are extremely compact and rugged, making for limited transport cost and weight.
RADIO NETWORKING ALGORITHMS
MeshDynamics’ powerful networking algorithms have been designed to work over a variety of civilian and military radio bands. Current products serve WiFi 802.11 a/b/g at 2.4GHz and 5.8GHz and public safety nets at 4.9GHz. Support for 900MHz, 700MHz and WiMAX bands is in development. Custom development capabilities are also available for military radios operating in a broad range of bands.
MeshDynamics products support a variety of wireless command, control, communications and computing networks in military and homeland security applications worldwide. MeshDynamics has the capacity to customize solutions to ensure that they meet specific requirements with its innovative technology.
DATA SECURITY AND PERFORMANCE FEATURES
Extensive data security capabilities are provided, including WEP, WPA, WPA2, 128 bit AES encryption, 802.11i, and FIPS 140-2. Extensive VLAN and performance-tuning features are also standard, including support for 802.11e, protocol-based forwarding, and hidden SSIDs.