WZRDnet^TM Low-Power Wireless Mesh Network

Overview

WZRDnet is a wireless voice and data ad-hoc network designed to operate in austere environments without the need for existing infrastructure such as cell towers or satellite links. The network consists of lightweight handsets (WHD-310) which function both as network routers and as sophisticated user terminals. WZRDnet allows peer-to-peer communications around obstructions and beyond line-of-sight. Its advanced mesh architecture allows nodes to freely join and leave the network thereby creating a scalable, self forming, self healing, and truly ad-hoc network. 

In order to extend calls from local area WZRDnet networks to external voice/ data networks, WZRDnet architecture includes the WZRDgate gateway.  The WZRDgate is a local or remote server which allows direct dialing between any user on a WZRDnet network and any user on a WAN including PSTN, cellular network, VOIP and military tactical networks.

The WTK-350 is a tactical version of the WZRDnet comprised of ten WHD-310s and a WGW-330 WZRDgate inside a ruggedized man-transportable case. The WTK-350 can be rapidly deployed and attach to any available WAN interface (e.g., VSAT, BGAN, Rapid Response Tactical Router (RRTR), mobile command center, etc.).  When combined with a remote access system it stretches WAN access, increases the utility of expensive equipment, and cuts costs.

A key performance parameter in WZRDnet is low power, a crucial element in austere environments lacking in power sources. WHD-310s can operate for 38 hours between recharges.  In order to achieve low power performance the IEEE 802.15.4 protocol was selected for WZRDnet. When combined with TELEGRID’s patent pending low-latency voice coding/decoding technology, this protocol produces quality voice communications using low power transmitters and receivers in a battery powered system. 

WZRDnet Features

WZRDnet Applications

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Fact Sheets

WHD-310 Handset

WGW-330 Gateway

WTK-350
Tactical WZRDnet Kit

White Papers

WZRDnet Tactical Kit
Enhancing Rapid Response Communications

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