Forward Edge Data, Compute, and Fusion Platform
Callsign:Cowbell
Cowbell is Rajant’s forward-deployed data and edge compute platform, designed to ingest, process, and move mission-critical data at the forward edge, where connectivity is intermittent, assets are mobile, and decisions must be made in real time.
Built with an integrated Rajant BreadCrumb® and optimized for edge workloads, Cowbell enables distributed forces to collect data from sensors, autonomous systems, and wearables, process it locally, and securely move actionable information across the mesh without reliance on constant reach-back.
When paired with QStat, Cowbell becomes a force-level data fusion node, connecting individual operators to commanders with trusted, resilient, forward-edge insight.
Cowbell turns raw edge data into operational awareness, where the mission is executed.
Product Overview
Our Flagship Platform for Data and Decision-Making at the Edge
Cowbell is Rajant’s flagship forward-edge data and compute platform, designed to operate where traditional enterprise and cloud architectures cannot—at the point of action, under movement, and in environments where connectivity is intermittent or contested.
Built with an integrated Rajant BreadCrumb® and optimized for edge workloads, Cowbell serves as a local data anchor for distributed operations. It ingests data from sensors, autonomous systems, cameras, and wearables, processes that data locally, and distributes actionable information across Rajant’s Kinetic Mesh® network in real time.
Unlike centralized data systems that depend on persistent reach-back, Cowbell is designed to function independently at the forward edge. It continues collecting, processing, and storing data during network disruption, then synchronizes automatically when connectivity is restored—ensuring mission data is never lost and decision-making never pauses.
Purpose-Built for Forward-Deployed Operations
- Operates without reliance on fixed infrastructure or continuous cloud access
- Brings compute and analytics directly to the tactical edge
- Enables distributed forces to act on local data immediately
- Preserves full mesh mobility and resiliency
When deployed across vehicles, command posts, fixed sites, or mobile assets, Cowbell provides commanders and operators with persistent awareness and decision support, exactly where it’s needed most.
Features & Applications
Turning Forward Edge Data Into Operational Awareness
Designed to support human, machine, and environmental awareness across the battlespace. Its strength lies not in a single function, but in its ability to unify disparate data streams into a coherent operational picture at the edge.
Forward Edge Applications
Tactical Command & Control
- Acts as a forward-deployed data hub for mobile command posts and TOCs
- Aggregates mission data locally to support time-sensitive decisions
- Reduces dependency on reach-back for situational awareness
Autonomous & Robotic Operations
- Ingests telemetry, sensor data, and mission status from unmanned systems
- Supports coordination between autonomous assets and human operators
- Enables distributed autonomy without centralized control
Sensor & ISR Data Fusion
- Aggregates feeds from cameras, environmental sensors, and ISR payloads
- Processes data locally to reduce latency and bandwidth demands
- Enables near-real-time awareness in denied or degraded environments
Force Health & Human State Awareness (with QStat)
When paired with QStat, Cowbell enables a human-centric layer of operational insight:
- Aggregates physiological, motion, and environmental data at the unit level
- Supports monitoring of fatigue, stress, and readiness indicators
- Enables early identification of risk conditions without centralized systems
- Maintains data flow even during movement or connectivity loss
This pairing allows commanders to understand not just where forces are, but how they are performing, physically and cognitively, at the forward edge.
Operational Advantages
- Local processing reduces latency and cognitive load
- Resilient pipelines prevent data loss during disruption
- Scales seamlessly as assets, sensors, and missions expand
- Operates natively within Rajant’s mesh—no bolt-on architecture
Cowbell transforms forward-edge data into mission-relevant insight, without slowing the fight or tethering operations to the cloud.
Specifications
Mission-Relevant Platform Capabilities
Download the Cowbell Spec Sheet
Cowbell is engineered as a mission-scalable, forward-deployed platform, combining edge compute, resilient data pipelines, and native mesh networking in a single ruggedized system.
Networking & Communications
- Integrated Rajant BreadCrumb® wireless mesh node
- Native participation in Kinetic Mesh® networks (self-forming, self-healing, controller-less)
- Supports heterogeneous network topologies across fixed, mobile, and autonomous assets
- Seamless interoperability with Condor, Peregrine, Cardinal, Finch, and RiSM
- Designed for operation in intermittent, denied, or degraded connectivity environments
Edge Compute & Data Processing
- On-board compute resources optimized for:
- Data ingestion and normalization
- Local analytics and decision support
- AI/ML inference at the edge (deployment-dependent)
- Processes data locally to reduce latency and backhaul dependency
- Enables mission execution even during prolonged disconnection from cloud or enterprise networks
Data Ingestion & Integration
- Ingests heterogeneous data sources, including:
- Sensors and environmental monitors
- Cameras and ISR payloads
- Autonomous and robotic systems
- Wearables and human-centric sensors (including QStat)
- Supports structured and unstructured data streams
- Normalizes incoming data into a common operating context for downstream use
Resilient Data Pipelines
- Store-and-forward architecture ensures no data loss during connectivity disruptions
- Continues local operation during backhaul loss
- Automatically synchronizes data once connectivity is restored
- Designed for mobile, expeditionary, and forward-deployed operations
Security & Trust Architecture
- Supports secure enclave architectures within distributed networks
- Compatible with RiSM for in-line, Layer-2 encryption and cryptographic segmentation
- Preserves mesh resiliency and mobility while enforcing trust boundaries
- Designed to support controlled, classified-adjacent, and sensitive operational data flows
Deployment & Scalability
- Supports deployment as:
- Forward command node
- Mobile TOC platform
- Fixed-site aggregation point
- Vehicle-mounted or rapidly deployable system
- Scales from small units to force-level deployments without re-architecting
- Open, extensible platform supporting third-party applications and evolving mission requirements
Environmental & Operational Readiness
- Ruggedized, fanless design for harsh operational environments
- Engineered for continuous operation in forward-deployed conditions
- Suitable for expeditionary, austere, and high-tempo missions
Cowbell is not a single-purpose device; it is a forward-edge platform designed to anchor data, compute, and awareness where the mission unfolds.
Why Choose Cowbell
Forward Edge Advantage.
| Advantage | What It Delivers |
|---|---|
| Edge Compute + Mesh | Processes and moves data without cloud reliance |
| Resilient Data Pipelines | Maintains operations during backhaul loss |
| Human & Machine Awareness | Supports sensors, autonomy, and QStat wearables |
| Mesh-Native Design | Operates seamlessly within Rajant networks |
| Scalable & Open | Supports third-party applications and evolving missions |
Cowbell is the platform that gives commanders visibility, context, and confidence at the forward edge, where decisions matter most.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rajant Kinetic Mesh® technology?
Rajant Kinetic Mesh® is an Intelligent Edge networking technology designed for dynamic, mobile environments where traditional fixed infrastructure falls short.
Unlike conventional wireless systems, it enables continuous, adaptive connectivity across moving assets, people, and devices. Powering Industrial AI applications that demand resilience, low latency, and real-time decision-making.
How do Rajant’s BreadCrumb® wireless nodes enhance network connectivity?
Rajant’s BreadCrumb® nodes are the building blocks of a self-forming, self-healing Kinetic Mesh® network.
Each node communicates directly with every other, creating a web of redundant, high-throughput connections that ensure uninterrupted communication, even when conditions change or assets move.
This decentralized design eliminates single points of failure, maximizing uptime and mobility.
InstaMesh® vs. conventional point-to-point connections.
Conventional point-to-point networks depend on fixed links that can break under motion or interference.
Rajant’s InstaMesh® routing protocol dynamically reroutes traffic in real time, automatically choosing the fastest, most reliable path.
The result: continuous, mobile, and intelligent connectivity for operations that never stop moving.
What are the benefits of Rajant’s InstaMesh® for IIoT applications?
For Industrial IoT environments, InstaMesh® provides the low-latency, adaptive communication required to keep machines, sensors, and AI systems synchronized.
It delivers instant data exchange, self-healing reliability, and scalable capacity, empowering predictive maintenance, automation, and autonomous decision-making at the edge.
How can Rajant Kinetic Mesh support real-time tele-operations in mines?
Mining operations depend on remote visibility and control where connectivity is often limited.
Rajant’s Kinetic Mesh® delivers real-time communication and video streaming for tele-remote equipment and autonomous vehicles, even underground.
Its multi-radio BreadCrumb® nodes maintain reliable signal and low latency. Keeping operators safely in control from any distance.
Rajant Kinetic Mesh network vs. traditional WiFi solutions.
Traditional WiFi networks are static, fragile, and reliant on centralized infrastructure.
Rajant’s Kinetic Mesh® replaces those limits with a dynamic, peer-to-peer architecture, where every node acts as both transmitter and receiver.
This ensures continuous, adaptive coverage, ideal for moving assets and mission-critical applications where downtime is not an option.
Discover Rajant’s solutions for tunnel communications.
Tunnels and underground environments are notoriously difficult for wireless communication.
Rajant’s BreadCrumb® nodes create a linear, mobile mesh network that maintains signal integrity through long corridors, curves, and obstructions.
This allows real-time monitoring, voice, and video for mining, utilities, and public safety teams.
How does Rajant’s technology enhance machine-to-machine communication?
Rajant’s InstaMesh® routing enables machines to communicate directly and continuously, without depending on static access points.
This machine-to-machine (M2M) intelligence ensures critical data is shared instantly, fueling automation, robotics coordination, and AI-driven optimization across industrial environments.
Cost of implementing a Rajant Kinetic Mesh network.
Implementation costs vary based on network size, environment, and application.
However, Rajant’s decentralized design significantly reduces the need for fixed infrastructure, cabling, or complex configuration.
Resulting in a lower total cost of ownership and faster ROI compared to traditional networking systems.
How do BreadCrumb® nodes work in enhancing network resilience?
Each BreadCrumb® acts as a multi-radio, multi-frequency transceiver that maintains multiple simultaneous connections.
If one path is interrupted, InstaMesh® instantly reroutes data through another, creating always-on resilience that keeps communications live even under extreme conditions.
Maximize network uptime with Rajant’s solutions.
Rajant eliminates the single points of failure found in traditional networks.
Its multi-path, self-healing mesh keeps assets connected, even as they move, ensuring maximum uptime and operational continuity in industries where every second counts.
What industries benefit most from Rajant’s Kinetic Mesh technology?
Rajant’s Intelligent Edge networks power operations across mining, ports, logistics, defense, manufacturing, public safety, agriculture, and energy.
Wherever mobile assets, automation, and Industrial AI intersect, Rajant delivers real-time, reliable communication to keep data flowing and decisions immediate.
Comparing Rajant Kinetic Mesh with LTE solutions.
LTE depends on centralized infrastructure and licensed spectrum, creating latency and coverage limits.
Rajant’s Kinetic Mesh® offers a private, infrastructure-free alternative with ultra-low latency, flexible frequency use, and no dependency on towers or carriers. It’s built for mobility, autonomy, and data sovereignty.
Rajant Kinetic Mesh network integration with existing infrastructure.
Rajant networks are designed for seamless integration.
BreadCrumb® nodes connect easily with existing Ethernet, LTE, and satellite systems extending coverage, strengthening resilience, and modernizing legacy networks without disruption.
Do you sell direct?
Rajant primarily sells through our authorized partners and distributors, who bring deep expertise in deploying Intelligent Edge networking solutions across a range of industries.
This collaborative approach ensures customers receive tailored integration, local support, and end-to-end service from network design to deployment.
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