XBEE and Mesh Networking

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XBEE and Mesh Networking

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I'm looking at doing a project where I will have a number of mobile embedded computers (probably Raspberry Pi's) spread across an area of about 0.5 miles. There is completely clear line of sight in all directions. I would like for them to use the XBEE wireless module to act as a mesh network with communications eventually making their way back to a "home" Computer that will log their data and display their location on a web page. What is the range of this XBEE module and is there anything I should look out for when trying to put this together? Is there a better module for this application?

Thanks in advance for all your help.
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Re: XBEE and Mesh Networking

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The range depends on whether you get the standard or pro module and what type of antenna you choose. Check the Digi site for specs.http://www.digi.com/products/wireless-w ... dule#specs

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Re: XBEE and Mesh Networking

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Thanks very much for the reply. If I want to hook this up to a Raspberry Pi, which adapter do I need to use?

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Re: XBEE and Mesh Networking

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The XBees and the R-Pi are both 3.3V logic so no adapter is needed for the electrical interface.
You may want to use an XBee break out board that has sockets for the XBee and either use wires or headers to the Pi.

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