Books
Antennas & RF
Antenna selection, gain, coax, mounting, and RF fundamentals for LoRa mesh.
DIY Build Guides
Step-by-step guides for assembling your own LoRa mesh nodes and repeaters.
Emergency Communications
Using LoRa mesh for emergency preparedness, disaster response, and off-grid comms.
FAQ
Answers to common questions about LoRa mesh networking, MeshCore, Meshtastic, hardware, range, privacy, and legality.
Getting Started
An introduction to LoRa mesh networking: what it is, how to choose a platform, what hardware you need, and what it costs.
Hardware Guide
Boards, radios, antennas, enclosures — what to buy and why.
IoT & Sensors
LoRa mesh for remote sensor networks, telemetry, and automation.
MeshCore
Everything about the MeshCore protocol: how it works, how to set it up, firmware types, and technical details.
MeshCore Repeaters
How to plan, configure, and deploy MeshCore repeaters to extend network coverage.
Meshtastic
Everything about the Meshtastic protocol: how it works, how to set it up, and technical details.
Meshtastic Repeaters
How to plan, configure, and deploy Meshtastic repeaters to extend network coverage.
Network Planning
Coverage planning, node placement, hop budgets, and building a reliable community mesh.
North American Networks
Active community meshes across the US and Canada — settings, coverage, and how to connect.
Outdoor Recreation
Mesh networking for hiking, camping, skiing, and backcountry use.
Professional & Community Use Cases
Real-world use cases and protocol comparisons for LoRa mesh networks.
Room Servers & Gateways
MeshCore room servers, Meshtastic MQTT gateways, and internet-bridging infrastructure.
Solar & Power Systems
Solar panels, batteries, charge controllers, and mains power for field and permanent deployments.
Starting a Community Mesh
How to bootstrap a new regional mesh network and grow your community.