Federal and Public Sector
Khasm Labs:
Enhancing Disaster Response Communications
In July 2024, Khasm Labs secured first place in the National Security Innovation Network (NSIN) Catastrophic Communications Challenge. Our innovative solution, the Khasm Tactical Edge Network (KTEN), demonstrated exceptional capabilities in providing reliable communications during natural disasters and degraded environments.
Challenges
Inconsistent, unreliable connectivity across a large, dynamic site.
The need for real-time data transfer to monitor and optimize operations.
Support for new technologies, including IoT devices and connected equipment.
Solutions
The Khasm Tactical Edge Network (KTEN) is a secure, standalone 5G network with edge computing capabilities, designed to operate independently using satellite backhaul services. KTEN ensures that, even in the most challenging environments, emergency response teams remain connected to critical applications and to each other.
Results
Award-Winning Recognition
KTEN earned the $30,000 first prize in the NSIN Catastrophic Communications Challenge, highlighting its effectiveness and innovation.
Enhanced Disaster Response
Provided a reliable communication network for domestic operations (DOMOPS) crews during natural disasters, significantly improving coordination and response times.
Scalable Deployment
Demonstrated the ability to deploy quickly in various disaster scenarios, offering a versatile solution for emergency communications.
Key Benefits Delivered
Reliable Connectivity
Ensured continuous communication
in environments where traditional networks are unavailable or compromised
Operational Efficiency
Enhanced the effectiveness
of emergency response teams through seamless access to critical applications
Innovative Technology
Showcased the potential of standalone 5G networks in disaster response, setting a new
standard for emergency communications
Connectivity Use Cases
KEEN
Portable
The KEEN, K10 portable Edge Gateway Node is built into a TSA Approved Carry-on Nanuk hard case designed as a remotely deployable solution or to support environments without a data closet or a climate-controlled environment.
Permanent/Rack Mountable
The KEEN ruggedized Edge Gateway Node designed to operate in industrial environments and scalable to support 1,000’s of IoT and connected devices.
Edge Node
Industrial Edge Gateway Node i7 fan-less compute running a complete RAN stack in a highly resilient secure containerized architecture.
Includes a 4G or 5G 2x2 indoor or outdoor radios.
External port for ethernet WAN backhaul.
Single AC power input – 24 Watts.
Base Software
Ubuntu + Kubernetes and Microsoft Azure AKS +ARC.
Application Software
4G and 5GSA Core.
Radio Control Platform.
4G/5G Radio
Indoor/Outdoor 2x2 All-In-One eNB and gNB (RU/CU/DU).
External ethernet ports (up to 4) for switching to outdoor 4x4 gNB Radios.
Supported Spectrum
CBRS Band 48 (3.55-3.7 GHz).
Band n77/n78 for International.
Tested with all SAS vendors.
Precision Timing
For 5G deployments an Embedded Grandmaster Clock.
RU synchronization support.
Free run mode generating PTP1588 without GPS / GNSS.
No GPS simulator or clocking source required.
