A heterogenous wireless system for maritime communication - the netBaltic system architecture

In the article, the concept of a heterogeneous wireless maritime mesh network offering transmission for e.g., e-navigation services is presented. The constrains of existing and competitive solutions are discussed showing the need for a new system. The authors present detailed information about a netBaltic node's architecture and networking mechanisms offering different transmission capabilities and proposed for use on different sea areas. Moreover, the results of the performed measurements campaigns are presented to estimate operational ranges of the described system and its ability to meet the requirements of e-navigation services. Practical advantages of presented solutions are highlighted bringing out new possibilities in e-navigation.