iPMine-ZAPs (Zone Access Points) are IEEE 802.11 wireless/wire-line access points, based on true wireless mesh network technologies. Placed in and around a mine, the iPMine ZAPs collectively define a resilient, highly reliable and available wireless in-mine voice and data communication backbone with redundant multi-paths and multi-hops. If a path stops working due to hardware failure or interference, mesh network automatically re-routes messages through an alternative path. Redundant data paths not only improve reliability, but also provide higher data rates than ingle-hop networks. iPMine-ZAP mesh networks are self-configurable, self-healing, and do not require a central server, and are expandable with minimal degradation in signal.


 

802.11 standards for wireless LANs/802.3 for Ethernet. Widely accepted, and cost effective.

Based on true wireless mesh networking. Highly reliable and available wireless network with redundant multi-paths and multi-hops; automatically re-route messages through an alternative path.

IP-based communication. Efficient packet transmission that minimizes the risk of disconnection or packet loss.

Explosion-proof enclosure. Safe to use in underground mine operation.

48-hour battery backup. In case of a power loss or emergency, a stand-by 48-hour battery back-up  unit keeps the iPMine-ZAP running.

Flexible configurations. Customize deployment of iPMine-ZAPs by utilizing options for combinational set-ups of wireless and wire-line models as well as utilization of multiple radios within one iPMine-ZAP unit to cover more entries using antenna stations.

 iPMine-ZAP (PDF, 2,754KB, 2006/10/10)