Networks In a Box
NIBs are incredibly useful for easy deployment and particularly public safety applications. These networks can be quickly be brought where they are needed and deployed in seconds without needing to be tied to any vehicle or platform. Because they are independent from local infrastructure there is no risk of overloading these networks, something common in a disaster with local permanent network infrastructure.
My NIBs are complete LTE networks with application servers allowing for push-to-talk, video streaming, tactical awareness applications and much more.
Remote Authentication NIB
This NIB contains a Nokia Flexi 5W Micro radio and has a local EPC, however it will remotely authenticate to a cloud based HSS.
The SIM cards used with this system can have multiple IMSIs selectable on the UE. This can allow for a carrier profile and a NIB profile.
This unit is complete with a Microsoft surface for management and an on board router for getting a VPN connection to this box from anywhere in the world.
Mini-Macro NIB
This NIB contains a B28 2x20W mini-macro radio. It Is similar to a macro radio in terms of power, but comes in a form factor roughly half the size of a tradition macro radio. This NIB offers an extremely high power network whilst being transportable and deployable by one person.
Complete with touch screen and app server this network is mission ready.
GSM + LTE NIB
This NIB has both GSM and LTE. GSM is used to allow text messaging service and also to push Amber Alert-style messages to anyone nearby.
The on board GSM system allows anyone within range of this NIB to receive messages. For example in a disaster scenario this network would allow you to ping every handset nearby with a message, “Disaster Relief is on location text XXX-XXX to communicate with us if you need assistance”. This pinging system would also all you to audibly hear the phones due to the Amber Alert-style system forcing notification noises. This would allow rescuers to find anyone in need of assistance.
The on board LTE system allows disaster relief personnel to communicate with each other, use data independent from a potentially overloaded local infrastructure and use on board applications for tactical awareness.
NDAC NIB
This NIB used the Nokia Digital Automation Cloud as its EPC. This system is designed with a focus on Internet-of-things and wireless sensors.
This system utilizes a Nokia 250mW nano cell and robust Dell Embedded industrial PC for fan-less operation.
Pico Cell NIB
This NIB utilizes a 1W pico cell to provide rapidly deployable LTE coverage in carry-on luggage form factor.