An ultra-fast Wearable mesh radio
Designed for the field workers to use the ultra-fast private wireless mesh networks for team collaboration.
The Wearable Smart Radios connect distributed teams to improve productivity and collaborate. The Wearable is cost effective and enables large scale deployments for disaster response, public safety and first responder teams.
Critical Communications
The resilient Mesh Rider waveform, and fail-over capabilities provide extremely reliable communications in off-grid situations.
Seamless integration with the Team Awareness Kit (TAK) framework.
Extend the 5G/LTE Edge
Smart LTE Extension and fail-over capabilities of the Mesh Rider fills the gaps in the 5G/LTE coverage, in urban and rural areas.
Enhanced Productivity
The Wearable Smart Radio is smaller than a smartphone, making it easy to carry. Built-in mobile WiFi hotspot allows use of any standard device like smartphone, tablet and computer with apps for video, voice calls, and IMs. Use your company’s productivity enhancing workflows from the remote job-sites on a fast, private wireless mesh network.
Tie it all together
In this example of a construction site, operators work alongside autonomous vehicles and drones. The Smart Radio platform enables seamless connectivity between humans and machines across the resilient wireless mesh network. Realize the increased worker safety, lower risk, and reduced operating costs.
OEM Form Factor
Take advantage of all of the features of the Wearable Smart Radios and integrate them into your mobile robotics systems with the OEM Form Factor.
USB-PD
USB-PD compliant USB-C port for use of low cost battery packs. The Wearable supports direct connection to even the Conformal Wearable Batteries (CWB).
Technical Overview
Overview of the technical features of the Wearable Smart Radio platform. Please consult datasheets in the Technical Library for details.
| MODEL CATEGORY |
Xtreme | |
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| Frequency Range |
Many models available between 600 MHz to 6 GHz Multi-band configurations. |
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| Radio Configuration | 2×2 MIMO |
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| Evaluation Kit | Antennas, Breakout board, Cables | |
| Transmit RF Power | 30-33 dBm (Model dependent) | |
| Receive Sensitivity | -100 dBm | |
| Channel Bandwidths (Software Selectable) |
3, 5, 10, 20 MHz |
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| Max Data Throughput (TCP/IP) | 80 Mbps @ 10 meters |
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| Max Operating Range (Indicative) | Up to 1.6 Km (1 mile) when carried in a backpack. Mesh networking allows further range extension. |
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| Wireless Data Encryption | 128-bit AES hardware data encryption 256-bit AES software data encryption (FIPS 140-3 certified) |
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| Wireless Waveform |
Mesh Rider | |
| NETWORKING SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Operating Modes | Self-Forming/Self-Healing Mesh, Relay, Point-to-Multipoint, AP, Client, Transparent Bridge, Internet Gateway |
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| Command & Control channel | Ultra-Reliable Low Latency Channel (URLLC). Latency 1-10 ms (Typical) |
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| Video Channel | Optimized video streaming with Unicast and Multicast transmission | |
| Remote Radio Management | Centralized Network configuration, Web GUI (HTTPs), SSH, SNMP and JSON-RPC | |
| HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Operating Time | 8-10 hours of normal usage with a small 30W battery pack. | |
| Operating Voltage | 6-24V, USB-PD compliant. Can be powered by batteries, mobile devices and many other power sources | |
| Interfaces |
Antenna ports for Long-Range wireless Mesh Rider, WiFi, USB-Device, USB-Host, Ethernet, UART |
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| Dimensions |
Wearable: 75 x 130 x 23 mm, 245 grams |
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| Temperature range (Operating) | Wearable: -40°C to +60°C (-40°F to +140°F) OEM: -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +176°F) |
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| Rugged Features | Compliant to MIL-STD-810H for high shock/vibration environments Extreme Reliability, IPC Class 2 standard with Class 3 options Extended lifespan with 7 years’ planned availability |
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| REGULATORY SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Radio Certifications | Certified for many countries and band regulations. | |
* Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Many Use Cases
Wearable Smart Radio is designed to enable many use cases for the Connected Workforce by leveraging the fast Mesh Rider Private Wireless Networks.
Wearable Smart Radio forms long range and fast private wireless mesh network to instantly connect off-grid team members. Seamless integration with 3rd party platforms like Team Awareness Kit (TAK) bring unprecedented collaboration capabilities.
Private Mesh Networks enable tremendous productivity and safety benefits for the remote construction sites. They allow for advanced operations and reduce risk-exposure for personnel. Bring the power of enterprise IT to your teams at the
remote construction sites.
Connected Workers
Extend the fast and low latency, resilient private wireless networks to where your teams are working in the field. Improve the productivity with the full access to the back-office IT infrastructure and apps.
Private Wireless for Healthcare
Run mission critical patient monitoring applications on interference free Private Wireless Networks
With the increasing demands on warehousing and supply management, increase the automation by extending the range of barcode scanners and smart devices. Ability to use interference free bands (e.g. CBRS) mean greater efficiency, and reduced downtime for even the busiest warehouses.
Live Video Streaming
Wearable Smart Radio enables 4K video streaming from the venues while freeing the video camera operator from the inconvenience of managing the tethered cables.
Technical Resources
Technical Library
The library has Datasheets, Design In Documents, Regulatory Certifications, and the latest versions of the Mesh Rider OS software.