Secure and disaster-proof comms
A mesh network is a decentralized communication system where devices connect directly to each other, relaying messages to extend coverage, allowing for offline, peer-to-peer communication over long distances without relying on traditional cellular or internet infrastructure.
Reticulum enables mesh networking. Reticulum is not a single network, but rather a tool for building thousands of networks using inexpensive and readily available hardware that consumes minimal power - without censorship, kill switches and surveillance.
You can easily build your own device - called an RNode - to use, bringing mesh networking possibilities to your mobile phone or to your computer. Or why not to both?
Devices
- LILYGO® TTGO LoRa32 V2.1_1.6 868MHz AliExpress
- Heltec LoRa32 V3 SX1262 868MHz AliExpress
- LILYGO® TTGO LoRa32 V2.1_1.6 433MHz AliExpress
Batteries
- 3.7 V 1100 mAh Lithium batteries Amazon
Antennas
- What are Meshtastic Antenna Reports? Github
- 868MHz 915MHZ Yagi External Directional Antenna AliExpress
Cases
Note that none of the cases below are perfect fits for the above batteries, though the batteries fit the Heltec case
- LILYGO LoRa TTGO T3 v1.6 case Printables
- Heltec V3 case with Meshtastic logo Printables
- LILYGO LoRa TTGO T3 v1.6 case Printables
- MySondy Decoder Housing - V4 Improved Thingiverse
Tools required
- Computer
- USB cables (micro USB and USB-C)