Using Topographic Maps and Elevated
Terrain To Determine WISP Signal Propogation

   The topology of a target area is a critical consideration for a potential WISP. Topology could allow a WISP to obtain easy access to a marginal market, which could be a key factor in proceeding. Similarly, unfavorable terrain can escalate investment and operating costs to the point that an otherwise favorable market would be a poor prospect.

    Much depends on the WISP's choice of technology, whether frequencies will be licensed or unlicensed, and whether line of sight is required for effective communications within the distribution network. Wireless backhaul will typically require line of sight, so backhaul design must be considered also, although a point-to-point backhaul link is an easier network element to control for than the point to multipoint distribution network.

   This section of the report will map all of the previous information onto an elevated topography map. Viewing this information in a real life 3D format, we help WISPs see potential obstructions and make critical decision on where to start and stop coverage zones.

 
Topographic Maps Are Great Visual Aids and
Are Critical for Determining Signal Propogation