Kaonic 1S OEM Mesh Radio
Kaonic 1S OEM Mesh Radio
Kaonic 1S — Tactical Mesh Transceiver
The Kaonic 1S by Beechat Network Systems, exclusively available in the USA via GoTAK is a dual-band, dual-transceiver mesh radio designed for modern tactical, emergency, and off-grid communication. Built on an STM32MP1 architecture with FPGA expansion, it merges the flexibility of open-source Reticulum networking with robust cryptographic security and hardware scalability. The Kaonic 1S is designed to work with ATAK out of the box with a deep integration via our free to use purpose built plugin. Video, voice, chats, mapping and other tactical capabilities are built in with this next generation mesh radio.
Key Features
- Dual transceivers with a combined data rate of up to 4800 kbps
- M.2 FPGA expansion sockets for enhanced signal processing and sensitivity
- Embedded STM32MP1 MPU running custom Yocto Linux recipes
- Open-source companion app (Flutter) for Android & cross-platform use
- Runs Reticulum mesh networking for secure, decentralized communications
- Fully programmable via USB-C, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth interfaces
Applications
- Public safety, tactical, and defense operations
- Emergency and disaster response coordination
- Decentralized communication networks
- OEM and R&D integration projects
Optional Modules
- Vantage AI Module — Adds onboard AI inference, video encoding (H.264/H.265), MAVLink telemetry visualization, and local intelligence.
- HopSync FQSS - enables stateless, cryptographically-synchronized frequency hopping—eliminating all synchronization overhead while preserving stealth, scalability, and jamming resistance.
- FPGA / MIMO - Optional FPGA module enables 2×2 MIMO operation for adaptive beamforming, higher throughput, and enhanced signal resilience in congested or contested environment
Technical Specifications
| Networking | Reticulum-based mesh (up to 128 hops) |
| Frequency Bands | Sub-GHz (863–876 MHz CE / 902–928 MHz FCC) + 2.4 GHz (2400–2483.5 MHz) |
| Data Rate | Up to 4800 kbps (dual transceiver) |
| Sensitivity | Down to –123 dBm (lowest rate) |
| Power Consumption | Typical 1.3 W / Max 11.3 W |
| Radio Front-Ends | 2 × full-duplex front-ends |
| Antennas | Integrated 2.4 GHz + u.FL for Sub-GHz and external 2.4 GHz |
| Processor | STM32MP1 MPU |
| Interfaces | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
| Dimensions / Weight | 130 × 60 × 6.7 mm / 85 g |
| Operating System | Yocto Linux (pre-installed recipes provided) |
| Security | AES-256 bit encryption |
Regulatory & Compliance Notes
- Sold as a development kit intended for OEM and integration use.
- FCC / CE certification is the responsibility of the integrator or final system OEM.
- Operates within FCC / CE limits by default; any modifications may require re-certification.
Lead time of 45 days, made in UK, TAA compliant, shipping from Virginia Beach, VA.
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