MANET Radios for Drones & Unmanned Systems

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Overview MANET Radios for Drones & Unmanned Systems
By Technology Editor Last updated: October 20th, 2023

Mobile and Wireless Ad Hoc Networks

MANET Radio Module by Creomagic

MANET Radio Module by Creomagic

A MANET (mobile ad hoc network), also known as a WANET (wireless ad hoc network), is a form of wireless communications network that is decentralized with no single master node, and can be quickly and easily set up without the need for any existing communications infrastructure such as routers.

MANETs may include Internet connectivity, but this is not a requirement.

Each node in a MANET is capable of acting as a router, forwarding data on to any other node in the network. Routing in a MANET is dynamic, with algorithms that ensure that full connectivity is maintained and data can reach its intended destination even if a particular node is lost or new nodes join the network. MANETs are thus self-configuring and self-healing, with the ability for nodes to join or leave on the fly at any time. With no single point of failure, data can be re-routed along a different path, making MANETs highly robust.

MANET Networks for Drones & UAVS

TRIAD Radio for Military MANET Network

TRIAD Radio for Military MANET Network

Due to their versatility, robustness and ease of setup, MANETs are used to provide communications for unmanned vehicles, including UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles), UGVs (unmanned ground vehicles) and USVs (unmanned surface vessels).

MANET networks can be used to transfer video, images, voice, sensor data and other information, and a MANET can also connect ground control stations as well as other devices such as laptops, tablets and mobile phones. MANETs with transparent IP networking can incorporate any device that has Ethernet connectivity.

MANET Applications

MANET IP Mesh Radio by Domo Tactical Communications

MANET IP Mesh Radio by Domo Tactical Communications

The ability to create a MANET with minimal setup in an area with no existing infrastructure makes mobile ad hoc networks ideal for applications such as disaster response and battlefield use.

Drones and other unmanned systems can work as a team to provide communications, data collection and situational awareness, and if an unmanned vehicle is damaged or destroyed, its tasks and data can be passed on to another member of the network.

Tactical MANET Radios

Many MANET systems, especially those intended for use in tactical applications, will use advanced RF waveform technologies that allow them to operate under challenging conditions such as heavy interference, jamming, and NLOS (non-line of sight) environments. Tactical MANET radios may include multiple channel bandwidth options to allow users to select the best tradeoff between data rate and communications range, as well as to maximise use of the available radio spectrum in a particular environment. These technologies can help ensure that video and sensor feeds from UAVs and unmanned vehicles, as well as communications with the vehicles, are always available.

MANET communications can also be encrypted, ensuring that vital communications and data remain secure and that the mobile ad hoc network is not vulnerable to attack.

Mobile Ad Hoc Network Antenna by Southwest Antennas
Mobile Ad Hoc Network Antenna by Southwest Antennas

Products (8)

BluSDR-90-UL

Ultra-lightweight 10W OEM radio module for long-range UAV communications

Ultra-lightweight 10W OEM radio module for long-range UAV communications
...ultra-reliable system offers MANET IP Mesh capability with up to 144 nodes in a self-healing... ...s BluSDR-90-UL radio is optimized for providing long-range communications for mission-critical UAVs...
SDR-H2

Next-Gen Special Role Radio designed to meet a diverse range of applications

Next-Gen Special Role Radio designed to meet a diverse range of applications
...ftware defined radio platform (SOL8SDR), the SOL8SDR-H2 is the enhanced next generation Special Role... ...w latency Mesh radios – under 180ms for video; less than 20ms data only...
BluSDR-6

Low SWAP-C OEM radio module for short range wireless communications

Low SWAP-C OEM radio module for short range wireless communications
...able for small drone platforms operating in short range applications up to 6km in range. ...
BluSDR-30

Low SWAP-C 2x1W OEM radio module for medium range wireless communications

Low SWAP-C 2x1W OEM radio module for medium range wireless communications
... wide range of systems. Weighing only 4oz/110g (core PCB), the BluSDR-30 is the thickness of a...
BluSDR-90

Low SWAP-C 2x5W OEM radio module for long range wireless communications

Low SWAP-C 2x5W OEM radio module for long range wireless communications
...y suitable for drone platforms operating in long range applications up to 90km....
BluSDR-200

Low SWAP-C 2x15W OEM radio module for extra-long range wireless communications

Low SWAP-C 2x15W OEM radio module for extra-long range wireless communications
...y suitable for drone platforms operating in extra-long range applications up to 200km. ...
CreoLand MANET Radios

Secure and reliable connectivity for land and maritime robotics

Secure and reliable connectivity for land and maritime robotics
CreoLand MANET radios provides secure and reliable connectivity for on-the-move operations,...
CreoAir MANET Radios

Tactical high-throughout communications for UAVs & drones

Tactical high-throughout communications for UAVs & drones
... provide UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) and drones with a robust communications capability that...

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