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Delphi Tests MeshNetworks’ Mobile Broadband Solution for Telematics
High-speed mobile broadband technology enables always-on entertainment, navigation and web services to vehicles traveling at highway speeds
MAITLAND, Fla. - June 11, 2002 - MeshNetworks, Inc. today announced that Delphi Corporation (NYSE: DPH) has deployed a test network consisting of MeshNetworks’ mobile broadband infrastructure at Delphi’s facilities in Kokomo, Indiana. Delphi is evaluating MeshNetworks’ peer-to-peer networking technology for potential use in high-speed data delivery for in-vehicle information, entertainment and web access. These capabilities are commonly referred to as “telematics.”
The trial network deployed in Kokomo supports voice, video and data at broadband speeds. Planned enhancements include the addition of precision position location capabilities for navigation, and location-aware applications. Position location is inherent to the MeshNetworks QDMA™ wireless technology, and is provided without the use of costly GPS receivers or technology.
“MeshNetworks’ mobile broadband Multi-Hopping‘ technology is ideally suited for the telematics applications that Delphi is investigating,” said Masood Garahi, chairman and CEO of MeshNetworks. “Telematics is one of the fastest growing markets for wireless technologies because it offers services that enhance in-vehicle safety, entertainment and productivity. The key to delivering these advanced services to consumers is cost-effective mobile broadband connectivity.”
Engineering teams from Delphi and MeshNetworks successfully integrated MeshNetworks’ technology into Delphi’s development platforms running both Windows and Linux operating systems.
"MeshNetworks' towerless deployment, compact low-cost infrastructure, and end-to-end IP architecture are critical to delivering high-performance broadband telematics applications at a reasonable price," said Adam Guy, Senior Analyst, Mobile Wireless Research, Strategis Group.
Delphi is the most recent industry leader to join the MeshPartner™ Alliance Program.
MeshNetworks will be demonstrating its breakthrough technology and products at the 802.11 Planet conference & expo in Philadelphia on June 10 - 12, 2002, booth number 308.
About MeshNetworks, Inc.
MeshNetworks has developed a revolutionary mobile broadband network architecture based on patented ad hoc peer-to-peer (p2p) networking technology. The result is a self-forming, self-healing wireless mesh where mobile devices become the network. MeshNetworks’ Multi-Hopping™ network technology offers non-line-of-sight broadband connectivity, while eliminating the need for towers and extensive system design. MeshNetworks is a venture-backed startup, whose investors include: Apax Partners, BancBoston Ventures, Inc., ITT Industries, Redwood Ventures, and 3Com Ventures.
About Delphi
Delphi (NYSE: DPH) is a world leader in mobile electronics and transportation components and systems technology. Headquartered in Troy, Michigan, USA, Delphi's three business sectors -- Dynamics & Propulsion; Safety, Thermal & Electrical Architecture; and Electronics & Mobile Communication -- provide comprehensive product solutions to complex customer needs. More
information can be found at http://www.delphi.com/.
For more information on how to purchase our products,
please contact us at sales@meshnetworks.com
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