Joel K. YoungDigi International

Article What a Mesh! Part 2-Networking Architectures and Protocols December 1, 2008 By: Joel K. Young In the second part of this two-part article we tackle network architectures and compare and contrast point-to-multipoint, ZigBee PRO (ZigBee 2007), 6LoWPAN, Wireless HART, and Digi Mesh networking protocols, laying out their key characteristics, benefits, and limitations.
Article What a Mesh! Part 1-The Ins and Outs Of Mesh Networking November 1, 2008 By: Joel K. Young The first part of this two-part article discusses the basics: what do you need to know about wireless mesh networking and what criteria you should use when assessing a mesh networking technology.
Article A Practical Guide to Battery Technologies for Wireless Sensor Networking July 1, 2008 By: Joel K. Young Choosing the right battery can determine the success or failure of a wireless sensor networking project. Here's a quick rundown of battery technologies to help you choose wisely.
Article Mixing Multiple Wireless Technologies December 1, 2007 By: Joel K. Young With the variety of wireless technologies available, outfitting an industrial or commercial environment for wireless communications may involve mixing and matching technologies to find the optimal solution. Here are the issues to consider to make your mix a successful one.