Meshtastic® Network Introduction
Meshtastic® is an open source, off-grid, decentralized, mesh network built to run on affordable, low-power devices, it enables you to use inexpensive LoRa radios as a long range off-grid communication platform in areas without existing or reliable communications infrastructure.
Features
- Long range (331km record by MartinR7 & alleg)
- Decentralized communication - no dedicated router required
- Encrypted communication
How it Works
Meshtastic utilizes LoRa, a long-range radio protocol, which is widely accessible in most regions without the need for additional licenses or certifications, unlike HAM radio operations.
Additionally, Meshtastic radios can be paired with a single phone, allowing friends and family to send messages directly to your specific radio. It's important to note that each device is capable of supporting a connection from only one user at a time."
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Supported Hardware
Developement Kit
| Xiao ESP32 kit without casing | Xiao nRF52840 kit without casing | Xiao ESP32 kit with casing |
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Development Board
| L1 Lite (without OLED) | L1 (with OLED) | L1 E-Ink (with E-Ink) |
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GNSS Tracker
| SenseCAP MeshTracker X1 | SenseCAP Card Tracker T1000-E | SenseCAP Wio Tracker L1 Pro |
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Solar Node
| SenseCAP Solar Node without Battery & GNSS | SenseCAP Solar Node with Battery & GNSS |
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Application
Enclosure Design
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Meshtastic Node Map
The Meshtastic Node Map is an online interface that visualizes the locations of Meshtastic devices on a map. It helps users monitor the real-time positions of devices in a mesh network, providing insight into network coverage and connectivity.
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Meshtastic Node Monitor
Meshtastic Network Monitor is a tool that allows you to visualize, manage, and monitor nodes in a Meshtastic mesh network. It provides real-time information about the status, routing, and communication between devices. The monitor is the Meshtastic analyzer that collects data either through a connected gateway or MQTT server, visualizes the network topology, and displays node information such as battery status, signal strength, and GPS location. It can function as a Meshtastic node map too.
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Meshtastic MQTT Gateway
Integrating MQTT with Meshtastic extends off-grid communication by bridging distant networks. This enables global messaging, provides a backup when mesh signals are weak, and ensures faster message delivery via the internet. Perfect for remote areas and emergency situations.
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Other Community Firmware
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