Tethered Base Stations Solutions for Pop Up Telecommunications - Communications / Telecom / Datacom
In small communities like Morehead, large and high profile events can put strain on existing infrastructure. With thousands of additional people expected in the areas during the 4th of July event, the city’s first responders entities needed reliable and secure communications.
Infrastructure cost: For temporary public events such as festivals or other gatherings, building new cell towers are expensive and labour intensive for local authorities. A tethered drone providing a “pop up” airborne network requires less investment of funds, time and logistics.
Network congestion: Choice of frequency is key to ensure smooth and uninterrupted communications, especially during an emergency. Use of the Public Safety frequency alleviated pressure on the local networks and ensured constant and clear communication between the police department and other first responders.
Viability of a temporary aerial wireless network: By elevating the wireless mesh node above the height of obstructions,
Rajant were able to increase the footprint of the existing available wireless network.