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Secure Radio Communication & Authentication Systems for Military, Defense & Security Applications United Kingdom
Secure Radio Communication & Authentication Systems for Military, Defense & Security Applications
Beechat Network Systems is a leading developer of zero-trust low-SWaP radios, secure NFC tags, and mesh firmware stacks for military, defense, and security applications. Combining open-source transparency with production-grade reliability, our hardware-first solutions are designed to operate off-grid in highly demanding and austere conditions, providing reliable performance in contested environments and regions without existing infrastructure.
Offering full control and customizability, our highly scalable products meet the needs of tactical teams, drone and robotics OEMs, NGOs, and government agencies, delivering robust solutions for command and control, mission-critical communications, secure data exchange, and more.
Designed and manufactured in the UK and EU with global compliance and NDAA-ready sourcing, our flagship Kaonic tactical MIMO SDR platform is scalable from individual units to national networks, featuring interoperability with ATAK, MAVLink, and open protocols.
Our Products
Kaonic 1S
Dual-transceiver radio development kit for MIMO & mesh networking
Designed for MIL-STD-461 EMI compliance, the Kaonic 1S is a rugged, embedded Linux-based tactical radio development kit built for evaluating and deploying secure, decentralized mesh networking applications. Supporting advanced multi-band MIMO configurations and cryptographic protocols, it delivers robust performance in tactical, off-grid, and security-sensitive environments.
At its core, the Kaonic 1S integrates a dual RF Front-ends capable of achieving aggregate throughput up to 4.8 Mbps at -92 dBm on four separate RF Chains. With the Spartan7 Plugin, the data rate can be expanded to 14.4 Mbps at -92 dBm in 2×2 MIMO + 2 SISO streams. It operates across CE/RED-compliant 868 MHz and FCC Part 15-compliant 902–928 MHz sub-GHz bands, as well as 2.4 GHz, offering flexibility for long-range, dual-band mesh links.
Each unit includes four u.FL antenna ports and integrated 2.4 GHz antennas, with an optional rugged enclosure designed to meet IP67 standards for shock, dust, and moisture protection.
The Kaonic 1S is powered by the STM32MP1 MPU, running Yocto Linux and the Reticulum mesh protocol, which supports up to 128 hops, full end-to-end encryption, and operates entirely without centralised infrastructure. Additional tactical capabilities include support for MAVLink telemetry, ATAK integration, and encrypted geospatial messaging.
An optional Kaonic FRX frequency extender is available, enabling operation from 300 to 2000 MHz with an internal 1W PA or external up to 8W PA, enhancing signal reach and band agility.
The system also includes a patent-pending HopSync frequency hopping mechanism, delivering advanced LPI/LPD performance without requiring sync beacons.
The Kaonic 1S development kit includes one Kaonic 1S, a pre-flashed microSD card, a 20 cm USB-C cable and two 868/900 MHz antennas. A companion app based on Flutter is provided for configuration over USB, WiFi, or Bluetooth as well as out of the box ATAK Compatibility.
Kaonic VANTAGE Plugin
AI/ML co-processing module for Kaonic 1S
The Kaonic VANTAGE Plugin is a rugged AI/ML co-processor for the Kaonic 1S radio kit, delivering onboard inference, object detection, and H.265/H.264 video encoding at the edge. Powered by the NXP i.MX8M Plus with a 2.3 TOPS NPU, it supports mesh-based visual telemetry, inference data routing, and real-time tactical intelligence. USB-C, gigabit Ethernet, and pass-through power/data to the host radio enable high-speed connectivity with minimal SWaP-C impact.
Optimized for unmanned systems and tactical robotics, VANTAGE integrates with MAVLink and ATAK for autonomous ISR, perimeter monitoring, and SAR missions. Its mesh-compatible design enables OTA model updates and distributed AI processing for real-time alerts and recognition without cloud dependency. Passive cooling and a Linux Yocto runtime ensure reliability in-field, with forward compatibility for Kaonic X and K1M platforms.
Kaonic FRX
Modular wideband RF expansion board for the Kaonic 1S v2.4+
The Kaonic FRX is a modular wideband RF board for the Kaonic 1S v2.4+, enabling tactical communications from 300 MHz to 2 GHz. It supports internal amplification up to 1W and external PAs up to 8W, with automated multi-bank filtering and dual U.FL or SMA ports depending on enclosure. The board integrates via SPI, I2C, and I2S interfaces, and is powered through the Kaonic 1S expansion header.
Software-controlled antenna switching, 2×2 MIMO compatibility via FPGA baseband, and a passive, fanless thermal design support use in mesh, C2, and ISR roles. Fully UK/EU manufactured and NDAA/ITAR-free, the FRX expands Kaonic mesh capabilities into VHF, UHF, and L-band for improved propagation in urban, airborne, and rural environments.
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Beechat Network Systems discusses HopSync™, a stateless, zero-trust frequency-hopping system that uses cryptographic time-driven hopping to deliver decentralized, jam-resistant communications without synchronization traffic or control channels
Beechat Network Systems is a leading developer of zero-trust low-SWaP radios, secure NFC tags, and mesh firmware stacks for military, defense, and security applications. Combining open-source transparency with production-grade reliability, our hardware-first solutions are designed to operate off-grid in highly demanding and austere conditions, providing reliable performance in contested environments and regions without existing infrastructure. Offering full control and customizability, our highly scalable products meet the needs of tactical teams,
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