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Ground Planes for Monopole Antennas
A monopole antenna (vertical rod) radiates efficiently only when paired with a ground plane - a c...
SWR and Antenna Analyzers
SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) measures how well your antenna is matched to the 50-ohm feedline impeda...
Feedline Loss Reference
At 915 MHz, cable loss is significant. A long run of cheap coax can negate the benefit of a quali...
Mast and Pole Mounting
Mast optionsJ-pipe mounts: Common TV antenna hardware. Good for moderate antennas on walls or chi...
MeshCore Protocol Number Allocations
Number Allocations This document lists unique numbers/identifiers used in various MeshCore protco...
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Use Cases
Real-world use cases and protocol comparisons for LoRa mesh networks.
Outdoor Recreation
Mesh networking for hiking, camping, skiing, and backcountry use.
IoT & Sensors
LoRa mesh for remote sensor networks, telemetry, and automation.
Emergency Communications
Using LoRa mesh for emergency preparedness, disaster response, and off-grid comms.
North American Networks
Active community meshes across the US and Canada — settings, coverage, and how to connect.
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Use Cases
Real-world applications — emergency comms, outdoor recreation, IoT, and more.
Regional Networks
Active community mesh networks, regional radio settings, and guides for starting your own.
Network Infrastructure
Guides for network operators — room servers, MQTT gateways, and planning a community mesh.
Hardware & Builds
Hardware selection, DIY build guides, antennas, and power systems for LoRa mesh nodes.
Meshtastic
Everything about the Meshtastic protocol — how it works, setup guides, channels, MQTT, and advanc...