294-1 Notes prepared by Suchitra Raman February 9, '98 Announcements Ideas for class projects on the Web. Project sign up on the Web page.
Network topology consists of poletop radios serving as repeaters.
Based on RF technology, operate in the 900 MHz ISM band, with a range of 1-mile with line of sight. Intervening structures such as walls reduce the range, especially within buildings. The infrastructure is available only in a few cities currently. Separate battery back that can last about 8-12 hours. Nice overview of Ricochet network technology .