UC Riverside LoRaWAN Network

About This Page

This page provides a visualization of the LoRaWAN network coverage for sensors and gateways in various environments. Users can add sensors and gateways to the map, adjust their positions, and see the coverage area based on the selected environment.

What is LoRaWAN?

LoRaWAN (Long Range Wide Area Network) is a type of wireless communication protocol designed for low-power, long-range communication. It is widely used in Internet of Things (IoT) applications to connect sensors and devices over large areas with minimal power consumption.

LoRaWAN Coverage Radii

The coverage radius of LoRaWAN varies depending on the environment:

• Urban: Typically around 2 km, but can extend up to 10 km with optimal gateway placement.
• Suburban: Around 945 m, with the potential to reach up to 10.937 km in favorable conditions.
• Rural: Generally around 6.5 km, with the possibility of exceeding 20 km with line-of-sight connections.
• Desert: Can achieve coverage of 10 km or more, depending on terrain and gateway placement.