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What is DDMN?

Drone-Deployable Mesh Network (DDMN) is a means of communication in the event that the main infrastructure for communication (Cell/Radio Towers) is down after a natural disaster. This is not a replacement for infrastructure, it is meant to be a lifeline for emergency use until the main infrastructure is repaired or a more stable, more efficient, means of communication can be established. During natural disasters or emergencies, cell/radio towers can be either damaged or have lost their power leaving the first responders in the dark during the initial response. Repairing this infrastructure can take anywhere from days to weeks, this product would be able to provide vital information to those affected much earlier than established means. The first 72 hours after a disaster are critical, a grab-and-go, flexible, solution should exist to support first responders as soon as possible. By utilizing our product, the first responders can coordinate themselves within their strike team, and with other strike teams who are within the same mesh network. It is also made to be lightweight and easy to carry, meaning no extra bags for the first responders to carry. Everything needed can be transported in the ambulance. Alongside that, the app is kept light and easy to understand and use, this is important when it may only be used once or twice a year.

Experience Narrative

• First responders arrive on the scene with our devices. Each person will receive a wearable and 1-3 drones will be deployed to a high point depending on the size of the area.
• The users will connect to the wearables via Bluetooth/wireless for communication.
• The wearables will be nodes in the mesh network, and data will be transferred between each other.
• When the responders leave for the day, they will fly the drone back to them if possible.
• At base camp, the responders will recharge their devices for the next day.