Demonstration of R2C2 Comms Project at WFP HQ

We are proud of playing a part in this WFP project where, following a successful first field testing in Lyon, Peter Opdam, our CEO, went to Rome for a demonstration at WFP HQ of an emergency connectivity restoration system with a tailored Dark Matter hX tethered drone.

The Wifi signal can cover a 3sq km area when flown at 100m altitude, increasing the communication coverage area significantly.

The capacity of a high-res dual sensor payload for security purposes was also demonstrated.

You can read more about the disaster relief project R2C2 (Rapid Response Connectivity Carrier) in the link below.

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The United Nations World Food Programme R2C2 project was funded by the WFP Innovation Accelerator and allowed us to collaborate with Elistair and Ericsson Response.

About the United Nations World Food Programme

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

About WFP Innovation Accelerator

Based in Munich, Germany, the WFP Innovation Accelerator sources, supports and scales bold new solutions to achieve Zero Hunger. It provides WFP operations, entrepreneurs and start-ups with funding, hands-on support and access to WFP’s global operations.

About Elistair

Elistair designs and manufactures best in class tethering stations for use with commercial UAVs Their tether stations are field proven products, used by over 300 different organisations across 50 countries.

About Ericsson Response

Ericsson Response, the company’s humanitarian relief program, provides communications expertise, equipment and resources in times of a disaster by installing and maintaining temporary internet connectivity until local services have sufficiently recovered.

About Clogworks Technologies

Clogworks Technologies is a UAV manufacturer offering modular and adaptable highly efficient carbon fibre multi-rotor aerial drones. We specialise in integrating different sensors/ payloads and developing solutions to meet the most demanding customers’ needs.