MD4000 4-radio Module            MD1000 1-Radio Node

Figure left:  P3M Hybrid Mesh supports both the 4 - 400mw multi-radio module and the portable 1 - 400mw radio edge nodes.. 
Figure right: P3M Mesh Networks disperse and coalesce dynamically. Short video clip.
 
Portable Single Radio Modules: MeshDynamics Modular Mesh^TM supports both MD4000 multi-radio and the MD1000 portable single radio modules (shown above) both operating within one interoperable framework. The compact MD4000 multi-radio units form the core Mobile Mesh Backhaul. Communications at the edge of the network are supported by MD1000 single radio portable units that are also meshed to provide communication and connectivity at the network edge. The software packages is delivered on Ubiquiti Bullet^TM and NanoStation^TM hardware platforms. Here is a brief description of the software packages available

Static Edge Node software operates on low cost Ubiquiti hardware platforms, providing cost-effective nodes at the edge of an MD4000 multi-radio wireless mesh network. Unlike traditional CPEs, the Standard Edge Nodes adapt and avoid interference, insuring reliable connections for applications such as video surveillance, WISP subscriber links, automated meter reading, and other Ethernet-connected services. 
 
Intended Use: Interference aware CPE for static edge node services. 
Software Functions: Uplink Only,  No Scanner, No Downlink, hence Meshing not supported
Part numbers: MD-1120-SW, MD1150-SW  
 
Mobile Edge Node software extends stationary edge node functionality to include periodic scanning on the same single radio.. Intended for man wearable devices moving at low to moderate speed, each unit maintains its connection to the rest of the MeshDynamics network, moving transparently to new connections as necessary as the unit or the rest of the network is in motion. The software license package is delivered on the Ubiquiti Bullet™ hardware platform due to the need for an omni-directional antenna in the mobile environment. 
 
Intended Use: Interference aware mobility man unit for static + dynamic edge node services.  
Software Functions: Uplink + Mobility Scanner, No Downlink, hence Meshing not supported
Part numbers: MD-1125-SW, MD1155-SW   

Hybrid Edge Node: This software package combines all the features of the Mobile Edge Node with the additional sophistication of hybrid networking that allows individuals to become their own backbone in extended situations. As an example, first responders fanning out at a disaster scene may soon move too far from a fixed MD4000 node. Hybrid Edge Nodes can "hop" from node to node in a "string of pearls" to extend the network connection far beyond the range of any single node.

Hybrid Edge Node units fully support MeshDynamics Persistent 3rd Generation Mesh (P3M) capabilities to allow clusters of nodes to separate from the main network while remaining in communication with one another [Video]. As individuals carrying these nodes return closer to the MD4000 node, the Hybrid Edge Nodes automatically rejoin the main network. The HEN software license package is delivered on the Ubiquiti Bullet™ platform due to the need for an omni-directional antenna in the mobile environment.

Intended Use: Interference aware mobility man unit for static + dynamic edge node + mesh relay node. 
Software Functions: Uplink + Mobility Scanner + Downlink, hence Meshing is supported. (Single radio, limited hops)
Part numbers: MD-1126-SW, MD1156-SW   

Related Internal Links:

1. New MeshDynamics Edge Nodes Deliver Third Generation Benefits at Lower Cost MD1000 edge node configurations. 
2. MeshDynamics Web Casts. Overview videos of our mesh nodes used in military and border security applications.  
3. Military Mesh Networks  Overview document on why military agencies in US, Canada, UK and Israel use MeshDynamics.
4. MD 4455 and 4325 Support Page: Overview document on MD4454 and 4325 configurations for high speed mobility.