// Network Engineering

Purdue Grand Prix Wi-Fi Network

Purdue UniversityComplete

Tools & technologies

60 GHz point-to-point wireless
Wi-Fi

Problem

The racetrack had no network service, but 33 teams needed connectivity and the event needed a link for live streaming.

Approach

Worked with faculty and peers to install a 60 GHz point-to-point wireless bridge.
Extended Wi-Fi coverage to the teams.

Diagram

Map of the point-to-point link: one wireless bridge radio at the Purdue Grand Prix racetrack aimed at a second radio to the east, near Alexander Field. — The 60 GHz point-to-point link to the racetrackOpen full size (opens in a new tab)

Result

Network and Wi-Fi coverage for 33 teams.
Live streaming from the racetrack.