LoRa
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Semtech Expands LoRa Plus Family: LR2022 and LR2012 Now in Production CAMARILLO, Calif. Aug 19- Semtech Corporation (Nasdaq: SMTC), a leading provider of high-performance semiconductors powering AI data center networking and intelligent, connected Internet of Things (“IoT”) devices worldwide, today announced the expansion of its LoRa Plus family with the introduction of the LR2022 and LR2012 transceivers, both now available in… |
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What Happens When You Build a Private Network Just to Track Cows? A development team recently built a custom long-range livestock tracking system designed specifically for farms located in mountainous regions with poor cellular coverage. Instead of relying on standard GPS trackers that require 4G connectivity, the project uses a private LoRa-based communication network to help farmers monitor cattle positions in real time. The complete setup consists of… |
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Mesh Node Combines LoRa and Meshtastic for Off-Grid Messaging Not being able to locate a friend who got separated from the group during a trek led to the development of Mesh Node, a device designed for connectivity in areas where traditional infrastructure does not exist. It uses LoRa tech to support messaging over distances of up to 4–5 kilometres in open areas. The range of communication extends even longer by forming a mesh network, where devices… |
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Reticulum : A Decentralized Networking Stack A recent project showcases Reticulum, a cryptography-based networking stack designed to build a decentralized, infrastructure-independent communication network. Unlike traditional mesh systems that depend on specific radios sharing the same frequency, Reticulum abstracts hardware into interchangeable “interfaces.” Whether the link is LoRa, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, or packet radio, the protocol… |
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IndieSemiC Launches India’s First Indigenous IoT Evolution Board Powered by VEGA Processor A young semiconductor start-up called IndieSemiC made headlines at Semicon India 2025, Delhi, by launching India’s first IoT Evolution Board with Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The product comes from a partnership between the startup and C-DAC (Centre for Development of Advanced Computing). It uses a homegrown VEGA processor and supports Bluetooth and LoRa. The board has a wide range… |
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Iridium's Arduino-Compatible Satellite IoT Development Kit Powers Remote Deployments In partnership with Device Solutions, Iridium Communications has launched the Iridium Certus 9704 Development Kit. It’s a compact solution that is compatible with Arduino to bring satellite-based IoT to remote areas that lie beyond the reach of Wi-Fi, LoRa, or cellular networks. The kit is built around the Iridium Certus 9704 satellite transceiver module. It supports two-way data… |
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Meshtastic - An OpenSource Off-Grid Communication Platform In an era where staying connected is paramount, Meshtastic emerges as a groundbreaking solution for those seeking reliable communication beyond traditional networks. This open-source project transforms affordable LoRa (Long Range) radios into a decentralized, off-grid communication platform, ideal for areas lacking dependable infrastructure. Meshtastic enables communication even on the… |
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Off-Grid Connectivity: Internet-Independent Communication with Reticulum and RNode Our increasing dependence on the internet underscores the importance of decentralised communication networks, especially for use cases where conventional connectivity falls short. Andy Kirby’s recent video on Reticulum and the RNode presents an alternative approach to off-grid communication, offering flexibility and resilience through encrypted messaging, voice, and file transfer capabilities… |
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Edge AI-Powered Surveillance: Intelligent Threat Detection The theme of the contest focused on developing Edge AI solutions utilizing the limited computational resources of microcontroller boards. Our project is inspired by the widespread harm caused by war and militant activities, where innocent civilians often suffer due to delayed or inadequate detection and response systems. To… |
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Battery-Less Smart Door Sensor Improves Energy Efficiency in IoT with Solar Power and Supercapacitors Smart home technology is continuously evolving, with energy efficiency driving innovation. A standout project in the developer community is the Battery-Less Smart Door Sensor, a highly efficient system that runs entirely without batteries. Powered by solar energy and supercapacitors, this breakthrough device eliminates the need for traditional batteries, making it a sustainable option for… |
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Interfacing HPD13A LoRa Module with Arduino to Establish Communication with The Things Network In one of our previous projects, we interfaced SX1278(Ra-02) based LoRa module with Arduino and established communication among them. This was a very simple project and can come in handy for various applications. But what it can't do is establish communication with the internet for modern-day IoT applications. So in this project, we will be using the HPD13A which is… |
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How to use ESP32 for LoRa communication with the Things Network? When we are talking about LoRa, it's been more than 10 years since its first official launch and since that day LoRa is getting increasingly popular day by day. With so many IoT devices available, this low-power long-range wireless communication could fit into a plethora of applications. It is expected that by 2025 we will have 29 Billion devices connected to the… |
