T. Atalay
A2 Labs, LLC, Virginia, United States
Keywords: UAV Mesh Networking, Distributed Edge Computing, Tactical Communications, Resilient Communications
RAIDER is a UAV-based mesh networking platform designed to deliver resilient, low-latency, and secure tactical communications in environments where terrestrial infrastructure is degraded, denied, or absent. The system integrates embedded compute platforms, 5G cellular modules, and advanced mesh networking protocols to form self-healing, adaptive relay chains between warfighters, tactical assets, and command infrastructure. By leveraging distributed network slicing and hosting virtualized network functions (VNFs) directly on UAV platforms, RAIDER ensures persistent connectivity and operational flexibility across multiple mission profiles.