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From: Marek Lindner <lindner_marek@yahoo.de>
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Subject: Re: [B.A.T.M.A.N.] global mesh
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Hi,

> We'd like to build a satellite network that serves as a backhaul to
> local de-centralized mesh networks.  Local data transactions can move
> within the mesh, if data needs to be accessed from further away, they
> switch to the satellite network. An ambitious addition to this idea is
> to allow each device on the mesh to act as a piece of a phase array
> antenna.
> 
> I personally understand how challenging this may be, and my expertise
> is (very) limited.  Is this technically possible with technology
> available today?  What would you recommend to get this done and what
> can we expect in terms of an end user experience?

building decentralized local networks with a shared internet connection is the 
primary use case of batman today, therefore I don't really get your question.
Can you provide specific info on what you have in mind ?

Cheers,
Marek