WLPC Competition Idea - HaLow-Powered Swarm Drones for Search and Rescue

I would use the HaLowLink 1 to prototype a swarm of ultra-low-power, HaLow-enabled microcontroller-based drones for disaster response and search-and-rescue missions. These would be insect-scale flying robots, each equipped with lightweight sensors such as thermal, acoustic, or gas detectors. The drones would communicate over HaLow to a central command node using the HaLowLink 1 as the hub.

Key benefits of using HaLow for this application:

  • Long range and strong penetration, ideal for staying connected in complex environments like rubble or tunnels
  • Low power consumption, which is critical for small drones with limited battery life
  • Scalable networking, allowing real-time coordination of large swarms

The goal is to develop a coordinated swarm that acts as a distributed sensor network, helping rescuers locate survivors faster and more safely. HaLow makes this kind of swarm-based communication feasible for tiny, battery-constrained robots in mission-critical scenarios.

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Hi beebdev,
I love this one…what a great idea for a Wi-Fi HaLow and use case. Given this, I’ll be delighted to ship across a couple of Halowlink 1 devices to get you started with your project.
Can you send me an email to andy.mcfarlane@morsemicro.com with your shipping details and arrange to get them across to you?
Regards,
Andy Mc