IoT SBIR DLR
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The document proposes using a low-energy RF mesh network of over 1000 nodes on public light lanterns as the backbone for an IoT network. It notes that RF mesh networks have a longer range and lower energy use than WiFi and are not impacted by trees or buildings. It suggests using the existing DALI/TALQ mesh network that is already in place to connect various smart city applications like flood monitoring, smart bins, traffic counters, and smart meters.
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IoT SBIR DLR
- 2. DLR IOT RF Mesh • Initial proposal for RF mesh creation looked at 1000 nodes on public light lanterns –this is the backbone • More nodes = stronger mesh • Low-data devices do not need WiFi. – WiFi • Energy expensive • Short range • RF Mesh – Up to 300m range – Low energy – Not stopped by trees or buildings
- 3. Project • Existing technologies are bulky or designed with very specific host devices in mind. • We need a more flexible option…
- 4. Why DALI/TALQ? • Our mesh network is already in place.
- 5. Potential Audience • Flood monitoring • Smart bins • Traffic counters • Smart meters • EV charging • And more…