Echo Sense

Extended Network Communications and Bridging

Echo Sense is an extension of the Echo R-T functionality providing integrated GPS, Video/Image Capture, Accelerometers and Temperature sensing. The Echo Sense product continues to provide the communications and translation capabilities but extends the utility into the application area through the direct incorporation of sensing functionality.

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Echo Sense

The Echo Sense system is designed for use both as a deployable repeater, extending communications in long-range and non-line-of-sight applications, and as an on- board protocol translator. With the built-in sensing capabilities, Echo Sense is an ideal candidate for remote sensing on perimeters, in mining tunnels, and a variety of other applications. It's flexible design allows for replacement of hardware components as needed meet your specific requirements.

Built upon the Echo R-T, the Echo Sense offers a number of connecivity options, including wired 100Mbps Ethernet (TCP/IP or UDP), wirless 80211b Ethernet (TCP/IP or UDP) and an on-board 90 MHz radio. The proprietary radio uses frequency hopping, spread spectrum technology to improve performance in challenging RF environments. Echo Sense comes with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack for long run times and short recharge times. The hardware design also supports military grade batteries such as the BB-2590/U Li-Ion. Other power options include direct application of power from a host system.

Jr Middleware is used in Echo Sense to provide a digital interface that is compliant to the SAE Aerospace Standard 5669, otherwise known as the JAUS Transport Standard. The protocol allows for UDP, TCP and serial communications while enabling priority queuing, guaranteed delivery and transport-independent addressing. Furthermore, Echo Sense can act as a bridge betwen disparate communication types, allowing for protocol translation between different networks such as allowing an IP-bsed platform to seamlessly communicate with an RS-232 based device.


Specifications



PLATFORM

  • Windows XP
  • Linux

LANGUAGES

  • C, C++, C#
  • Java

CONNECTIONS

  • Ethernet (TCP & UDP)
  • Serial (RS-232)
  • Internal Sockets