Robotic Communications and Surveillance - The DARPA LANdroids Program

  • Dan R. Corbett
  • Douglas W. Gage
  • Douglas D. Hackett
Part of the Lecture Notes in Computer Science book series (LNCS, volume 7106)

Abstract

The principal goal of the LANdroids program (2007-2010) was to validate the concept that mobile tactical radio relay platforms can provide improved communications connectivity in non-line-of-sight communications environments such as urban terrain. The first phase of the program demonstrated that intelligent mobile relays can provide improved system performance in network configuration, optimization, and self-healing, and the second phase added additional capabilities including intruder detection and situational awareness, and included a real-world demonstration to potential users.

Keywords

robotic communications relays MANET surveillance autonomy 

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Authors and Affiliations

  • Dan R. Corbett
    • 1
  • Douglas W. Gage
    • 2
  • Douglas D. Hackett
    • 3
  1. 1.Research In Motion, Inc.WaterlooCanada
  2. 2.XPM TechnologiesArlingtonUSA
  3. 3.Griffin TechnologiesFort WashingtonPennsylvaniaUSA

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