The BluSDR-6 is a size and weight critical, software defined radio module that delivers up to 400mW total output power across short-range UxV links up to 6km for small drone platforms.
Two COFDM transceivers deliver up to 400mW total output, frequency dependent, with 0.25dB incremental power control.
Optimised for short-range UxV links up to 6km on small drone platforms operating under tight SWaP limits.
MeshUltra-X MANET waveform forms a self-healing mesh of up to 144 nodes with capacity up to 87Mbps.
Core PCB measures 56mm x 48mm x 7.7mm at roughly 26g, with ultra-miniature connectors throughout.
Two USB ports support cameras, headsets, and dongles, with RNDIS Ethernet over USB to host devices.
Optional AES128 and AES256, accredited to FIPS140-2 for MeshUltra waveforms, with standard DES.
Internal microSD provides 128GB of onboard storage. SBUS and MAVLink protocols supported.
| Radio Architecture | SOL8SDR software defined radio |
|---|---|
| Mesh Waveform | DTC MeshUltra-X MANET IP Mesh, up to 144 nodes |
| Mesh Capacity | Up to 87Mbps MeshUltra |
| Protocols | SBUS and MAVLink supported |
| Host Connectivity | RNDIS Ethernet over USB; Wi-Fi, cellular, and Ethernet dongles |
| USB1 Control and Download | JST 5-way 1mm |
| USB2 Control and Download | JST 5-way 1mm |
| GPIO | JST 6-way 1mm |
| Power Input Connector | Molex 4-way 1.25mm |
| Encryption (standard) | DES |
| Encryption (licensed) | AES128/256, accredited to FIPS140-2 for MeshUltra waveforms (subject to export control) |
| Storage | Internal microSD 128GB |
| RF COFDM Transceiver 1 | MMCX (female 50 ohm) |
|---|---|
| RF COFDM Transceiver 2 | MMCX (female 50 ohm) |
| RF Power (frequency dependent) | 100mW (+20dBm) per output, 200mW total; or 200mW (+23dBm) per output, 400mW total |
| Power Step | 0.25dB incremental control |
| Tuning Step | 125kHz |
| Bandwidth | 1.25/1.5/1.75/2.5/3.0/3.5/4.0/5.0MHz (MeshUltra-M/-80/-X)6.0/7.0/8.0/10.0/12.0/14.0/16.0/20.0MHz (MeshUltra-M/-80) |
| Carrier Modulation | BPSK/QPSK/16QAM/64QAM (adaptive) |
| FEC Rate | FEC1/2, FEC2/3 (adaptive) |
| Receive Sensitivity | -98dBm (BW 2.5MHz/QPSK 1/2) |
| Receive Input Level | +20dBm max. |
| Frequency Options | 1.20 to 1.70GHz (2x100mW)1.67 to 2.35GHz (2x200mW)2.10 to 2.50GHz (2x200mW)4.20 to 5.20GHz (2x100mW) |
| Dimensions (core PCB) | 56mm x 48mm x 7.7mm (120170/167235/420520)50mm x 45mm x 7.7mm (210250) |
|---|---|
| Weight (core PCB) | 26g approx. (120170/167235/420520); 24g approx. (210250) |
| Dimensions (boxed) | 56mm x 54mm x 11mm (120170/167235/420520)50mm x 54mm x 11mm (210250) |
| Weight (boxed) | 62g approx. (120170/167235/420520); 60g approx. (210250) |
| DC Input | 6V to 18V, reverse polarity protected |
| Power Consumption (excluding cameras) | 3W typical (2x100mW); 4W typical (2x200mW) |
| Temperature Range | -20 to +50 °C with additional cooling |
| Humidity | Less than 85% non-condensing |
| Build Options | Core PCB or boxed module |
BluSDR-6 puts a full software defined radio on the smallest UxV platforms without forcing a SWaP compromise. Short-range missions up to 6km gain a self-healing tactical mesh network of up to 144 nodes, AES128 and AES256 encryption accredited to FIPS140-2, and dual USB integration for cameras and dongles. Low typical power draw of 4W also keeps endurance intact on battery-limited airframes. From small drone teams to single-platform reconnaissance, the BluSDR-6 holds the link in congested spectrum.