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Laser Communication: Connecting Rural Communities
By Raman Gopalan• • 1 min read• 112 views
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Laser Communication: Connecting Rural Communities
Free-Space Optical (FSO) communication is revolutionizing connectivity in rural and remote areas.
The Technology
Laser communication uses:
- Infrared laser beams for data transmission
- Line-of-sight connections between towers
- Gigabit speeds over several kilometers
- Weather-resistant protocols for reliability
Rural Applications
Perfect for:
- Mountain villages where cables are impossible
- Island communities needing mainland connection
- Disaster recovery when infrastructure is damaged
- Temporary deployments for events or research
SimpleMachines Research
Our team is developing:
- Adaptive beamforming algorithms
- Atmospheric compensation systems
- Solar-powered relay stations
- Open hardware designs for global deployment
The goal: democratize high-speed internet access worldwide.
Part of our Smart Villages initiative for global connectivity equity.