A new open source Internet of ThingsNew Open Source
gateway router designed by The Things Network to work perfectly with TTN. Now
available to purchase from the Adafruit online store priced at US$ 350.
Features and specifications of the Things Gateway
915Mhz Version of the Internet gateway router include :
- Connects easily to your WiFi or Ethernet connection
- Wireless network coverage of up to 10 km (6 miles) with line-of-sight and good antennas
- SX1301 demodulator can scan 8 channels simultaneously
- Open-source hardware and software
- Devices can freely communicate over all connected gateways
- XBee slot for future connectivity protocols or home-grown add-ons
- Security through the TLS/SSL connection and embedded in the LoRaWAN protocol
- Can serve up thousands of nodes, depending on traffic duty cycle
“A huge boon to the global IoT community, the
Gateway can feasibly connect any kind of digital sensor to a homegrown app.
Teams in several cities have begun work to launch their own local networks and
platforms, ranging from temperature sensors for food storage or alerts when
trash cans need emptying. The possibilities are endless, and now you can even
join in and help add coverage in your neighborhood. (Of course, you can set it
up for non-public usage but it’s more fun when you share!)”
