Skip to main content

GROOT FORCE - FRD: Connectivity & Cloud

Document Version: 1.0
Date: November 2025
Status: Active Development
Classification: Internal - Engineering

Document Control​

VersionDateAuthorChanges
1.0Nov 2025Engineering & Cloud TeamInitial connectivity FRD

Approval:

  • Network Architect: _________________ Date: _______
  • Cloud Lead: _________________ Date: _______
  • Security Lead: _________________ Date: _______

1. Introduction​

1.1 Purpose​

This FRD defines the functional requirements for all connectivity and cloud services in GROOT FORCE smart glasses. This includes:

  • Local wireless connectivity (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi)
  • Cellular connectivity (optional 5G eSIM)
  • GROOT FORCE Connect (telco/SIM service)
  • Mesh networking (peer-to-peer, decentralized)
  • Optional cloud services (AI boost, sync, backup)
  • OTA firmware updates
  • Starlink integration for remote areas
  • Private network support for enterprise

1.2 Scope​

In Scope:

  • Network protocol requirements
  • Connectivity mode management
  • Cloud service architecture
  • Data sync and backup
  • Mesh network topology
  • Security and encryption
  • Telco integration
  • Bandwidth optimization

Out of Scope:

  • Physical antenna design (covered in Hardware Requirements)
  • AI processing logic (covered in Core AI FRD)
  • User authentication details (covered in Security FRD)

1.3 Connectivity Philosophy​

GROOT FORCE Connectivity Principles:

  1. Local-First - All core features work offline
  2. Privacy-First - Cloud is optional, user-controlled
  3. Resilient - Graceful degradation when connectivity limited
  4. Adaptive - Automatically selects best available connection
  5. Transparent - User always knows connection status

2. Local Wireless Connectivity​

2.1 Bluetooth Requirements​

FRD-NET-BT-001 [P0]
System shall support Bluetooth 6 LE with backward compatibility to BT 5.0.

Rationale: BT 6 provides better range, power efficiency, and features while maintaining compatibility.
Specification:

  • Protocol: Bluetooth 6.0 LE Audio
  • Range: 10m (class 2) typical, up to 40m line-of-sight
  • Power: LE for low-power peripherals
  • Profiles: A2DP, HFP, SPP, GATT

Traces to: REQ-HW-150 (Bluetooth module)
Validation: BT pairing test, range test, profile compatibility

FRD-NET-BT-002 [P0]
System shall support automatic pairing with companion app.

Rationale: Seamless initial setup for users.
Specification:

  • Auto-discovery when glasses powered on
  • One-tap pairing in app
  • Reconnect automatically when in range
  • Pairing timeout: 5 minutes if no response

Validation: Pairing success rate > 95%, reconnect latency < 3s

FRD-NET-BT-003 [P1]
System shall support multiple simultaneous BT connections.

Rationale: Connect to phone + watch + earbuds simultaneously.
Specification:

  • Max connections: 3 devices
  • Prioritization: phone > watch > other
  • Automatic switch based on activity

Validation: Multi-device connection stability test

2.2 Wi-Fi Requirements​

FRD-NET-WIFI-001 [P0]
System shall support Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with backward compatibility.

Rationale: Future-proof, high bandwidth for AI and media.
Specification:

  • Standards: 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7), 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), 802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5)
  • Bands: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz
  • Max speed: 2.4 Gbps theoretical
  • Typical: 100-500 Mbps real-world
  • Range: 50m indoor, 100m outdoor

Traces to: REQ-HW-151 (Wi-Fi module)
Validation: Throughput test, compatibility with common routers

FRD-NET-WIFI-002 [P0]
System shall auto-connect to known networks and support WPA3 security.

Rationale: Secure, convenient connectivity.
Specification:

  • Security: WPA3-Personal, WPA3-Enterprise, WPA2 fallback
  • Auto-connect: priority list of saved networks
  • Captive portal: support for hotel/airport Wi-Fi
  • Roaming: seamless handoff between APs

Validation: Security protocol test, auto-connect reliability

FRD-NET-WIFI-003 [P1]
System shall support Wi-Fi Direct for peer-to-peer connections.

Rationale: Direct device-to-device communication without router.
Specification:

  • Use case: mesh networking, file transfer
  • Speed: up to 250 Mbps
  • Range: 30m typical

Validation: Wi-Fi Direct throughput and stability test

2.3 Connection Priority and Fallback​

FRD-NET-CONN-001 [P0]
System shall prioritize connections in optimal order for performance and cost.

Rationale: Best user experience while minimizing data costs.
Specification:

Priority Order:

  1. Wi-Fi (if available and trusted)
  2. Bluetooth tethering (via phone)
  3. 5G/LTE cellular (if eSIM active)
  4. Mesh network (peer-to-peer)
  5. Offline mode (local-only)

Automatic Switching:

  • Monitor connection quality every 5 seconds
  • Switch if current < 50% quality and better available
  • Hysteresis: require 20% improvement to avoid thrashing

Validation: Connection priority logic test, handoff smoothness

FRD-NET-CONN-002 [P0]
System shall gracefully degrade features when connectivity limited.

Rationale: Core functionality always available, nice-to-haves optional.
Specification:

Offline Mode (No Connection):

  • ✓ Local AI (3-4B LLM)
  • ✓ Camera, navigation, sensors
  • ✓ Voice commands
  • ✓ Walking assistance
  • ✗ Cloud AI boost
  • ✗ Real-time translation (cached only)
  • ✗ OTA updates
  • ✗ Remote assistance

Low Bandwidth Mode ( < 1 Mbps):

  • Compress images before upload
  • Reduce video quality
  • Defer non-urgent syncs

Validation: Feature availability test in each connectivity mode

3. Cellular Connectivity (Optional)​

3.1 5G eSIM Support​

FRD-NET-CELL-001 [P1]
System shall support optional 5G eSIM for standalone cellular connectivity.

Rationale: Independence from phone, especially for enterprise and remote users.
Specification:

  • Module: 5G modem with eSIM
  • Bands: Sub-6 GHz (global compatibility)
  • Variants: GF-EN (standard), others (optional upgrade)
  • Activation: via companion app or GROOT FORCE Connect

Traces to: REQ-HW-152 (Cellular module - optional)
Validation: Cellular activation test, global carrier compatibility

FRD-NET-CELL-002 [P1]
Cellular connectivity shall support data-only plans optimized for wearables.

Rationale: Cost-effective, no voice needed.
Specification:

  • Plan types: 1GB, 5GB, 10GB monthly
  • Overage: throttled to 128 kbps (not blocked)
  • Roaming: supported in 100+ countries
  • Background data: limited to essential syncs

Validation: Data plan activation, roaming test

3.2 Cellular Power Management​

FRD-NET-CELL-010 [P1]
Cellular radio shall use adaptive power management to extend battery.

Rationale: 5G is power-hungry, must be efficient.
Specification:

  • Standby: airplane mode when not needed
  • Active: use Wi-Fi if available (offload)
  • Low battery ( < 20%): disable cellular, use BT tether
  • Smart activation: only when user needs real-time data

Validation: Battery life with cellular on vs. off

4. GROOT FORCE Connect (Telco Service)​

4.1 Overview​

FRD-NET-GFC-001 [P1]
GROOT FORCE Connect shall provide white-label cellular connectivity.

Rationale: Integrated experience, recurring revenue, better support.
Specification:

  • MVNO model: partner with carriers (Telstra, Optus, Vodafone in AU)
  • eSIM activation: scan QR code or auto-provision in app
  • Billing: integrated with GROOT FORCE account
  • Support: single point of contact for device + connectivity

Validation: End-to-end activation and billing test

4.2 Service Tiers​

FRD-NET-GFC-010 [P1]
GROOT FORCE Connect shall offer tiered data plans.

Specification:

TierDataPrice (AUD/month)Use Case
Lite1 GB$9.99Occasional use, Wi-Fi primary
Standard5 GB$19.99Regular use, light media
Pro10 GB$29.99Heavy use, video calls
EnterpriseCustom$49-99Fleet deployment, pooled data

Features:

  • Rollover: unused data carries to next month (1 month only)
  • Alerts: 80% usage notification
  • Upgrade: seamless mid-cycle tier change

Validation: Billing accuracy, data tracking

4.3 Private Tunneling​

FRD-NET-GFC-020 [P1]
GROOT FORCE Connect shall provide VPN tunneling to GROOT FORCE cloud.

Rationale: Security, privacy, faster access to services.
Specification:

  • Protocol: WireGuard
  • Encryption: ChaCha20-Poly1305
  • Tunnel: device ↔ GF edge node ↔ internet
  • Benefit: encrypted traffic, bypass restrictions, lower latency to GF services

Validation: VPN performance, security audit

5. Mesh Networking (GROOT FORCE Mesh)​

5.1 Mesh Architecture​

FRD-NET-MESH-001 [P1]
System shall support peer-to-peer mesh networking for devices to communicate directly.

Rationale: Resilience in areas with poor infrastructure, decentralized by design.
Specification:

  • Protocol: Custom mesh (based on libp2p or similar)
  • Transport: Wi-Fi Direct, BT 6, LTE D2D
  • Topology: self-organizing, adaptive routing
  • Range: 50m typical hop distance
  • Max hops: 5-10 before latency unacceptable

Validation: Mesh formation test, multi-hop reliability

FRD-NET-MESH-002 [P1]
Mesh network shall support these core functions: messaging, file sharing, AI offload.

Rationale: Practical applications for mesh.
Specification:

Messaging:

  • Text messages between mesh nodes
  • Latency: < 1s for 3-hop message
  • Store-and-forward if destination offline

File Sharing:

  • Share photos, docs, RAG data
  • Max file: 100 MB per transfer
  • Integrity: SHA-256 checksums

AI Offload:

  • Send query to nearby device with better resources
  • Receive response over mesh
  • Use case: one device has GPU, others offload

Validation: Mesh application functionality test

5.2 Mesh Security​

FRD-NET-MESH-010 [P1]
Mesh connections shall be authenticated and encrypted.

Rationale: Prevent unauthorized mesh joining, eavesdropping.
Specification:

  • Authentication: device certificate (PKI)
  • Encryption: TLS 1.3 for all mesh traffic
  • Trust: user can approve/deny mesh peer requests
  • Firewall: only approved apps can use mesh

Validation: Mesh security penetration test

5.3 Mesh Discovery​

FRD-NET-MESH-020 [P1]
Devices shall automatically discover nearby mesh peers.

Rationale: Zero-config mesh formation.
Specification:

  • Beacon: broadcast presence every 10 seconds
  • Discovery: scan for beacons
  • Join: if peer trusted, auto-join mesh
  • Leave: gracefully exit if moving out of range

Validation: Mesh discovery reliability, convergence time

6. Cloud Services (Optional)​

6.1 Cloud Architecture​

FRD-NET-CLOUD-001 [P1]
GROOT FORCE Cloud shall be optional, privacy-first, and user-controlled.

Rationale: Respect user privacy, local-first philosophy.
Specification:

  • Opt-in: disabled by default, user enables
  • Regions: Australia (primary), USA, EU
  • Compliance: GDPR, Privacy Act 1988
  • Encryption: E2E for sensitive data

Validation: Cloud opt-in/out test, data residency verification

6.2 Cloud Service Tiers​

FRD-NET-CLOUD-010 [P1]
Cloud services shall offer Free, Pro, and Enterprise tiers.

Specification:

TierPrice (AUD/month)Features
Free$0Local-only, no cloud
Pro$39AI boost (70B LLM), 100 GB sync, backup, RAG index
Enterprise$99Fleet management, private instance, advanced analytics

Pro Features:

  • Cloud AI boost: offload heavy queries to 70B+ models
  • Sync: companion app, RAG, memories across devices
  • Backup: encrypted cloud backup of data
  • RAG index: cloud-powered semantic search

Enterprise Features:

  • MDM integration
  • Admin dashboard
  • Usage analytics
  • SLA guarantee (99.9% uptime)
  • Dedicated support

Validation: Tier feature availability, billing accuracy

6.3 Cloud AI Boost​

FRD-NET-CLOUD-020 [P1]
Cloud AI boost shall provide access to larger language models.

Rationale: Complex queries benefit from more powerful models.
Specification:

  • Models: 70B, 400B (future)
  • Trigger: automatic if query complexity high OR user requests "deep think"
  • Latency: < 3s for 70B response
  • Cost: included in Pro tier (reasonable use policy)
  • Privacy: user can disable, force local-only

Validation: Cloud AI performance, cost management

6.4 Cloud Sync and Backup​

FRD-NET-CLOUD-030 [P1]
Cloud sync shall keep data consistent across devices.

Rationale: Multi-device users want seamless experience.
Specification:

  • Sync: memories, RAG docs, settings, preferences
  • Frequency: real-time (if connected), batch (every hour)
  • Conflict resolution: last-write-wins with timestamp
  • Bandwidth: adaptive (full sync on Wi-Fi, incremental on cellular)

Backup:

  • Frequency: daily incremental, weekly full
  • Retention: 30 days history
  • Restore: one-click from companion app

Validation: Sync correctness, conflict resolution, restore reliability

7. OTA Firmware Updates​

7.1 OTA Update System​

FRD-NET-OTA-001 [P0]
System shall support secure over-the-air firmware updates.

Rationale: Bug fixes, features, security patches without service center.
Specification:

  • Delivery: HTTPS from update server
  • Signature: cryptographically signed by OEM
  • Verification: bootloader verifies before applying
  • Rollback: A/B partition scheme, auto-rollback if boot fails

Validation: OTA update success rate > 99%, rollback test

FRD-NET-OTA-002 [P0]
OTA updates shall be delta-based to minimize bandwidth.

Rationale: Large firmware images expensive over cellular.
Specification:

  • Delta: binary diff (bsdiff or similar)
  • Typical size: 10-50 MB delta vs. 500 MB full image
  • Download: resumable if interrupted
  • Install: during idle time (user not active)

Validation: Delta update correctness, bandwidth savings

FRD-NET-OTA-003 [P0]
User shall control when OTA updates are applied.

Rationale: Avoid interrupting critical use.
Specification:

  • Notification: "Update available, install now or schedule?"
  • Schedule: install tonight (at 2 AM) or manually
  • Auto-install: optional setting for non-critical updates
  • Defer: user can defer up to 30 days (security patches mandatory)

Validation: OTA scheduling test, user control verification

7.2 Update Channels​

FRD-NET-OTA-010 [P1]
System shall support multiple update channels: Stable, Beta, Dev.

Rationale: Early adopters can test new features.
Specification:

  • Stable: default, thoroughly tested
  • Beta: new features, weekly updates, some bugs expected
  • Dev: bleeding edge, daily updates, for developers only

Enrollment: user chooses channel in companion app
Rollback: can downgrade to stable if issues

Validation: Channel switching test, rollback to stable

FRD-NET-STAR-001 [P2]
System shall support Starlink connectivity via portable terminal.

Rationale: Critical for remote workers (FIFO, mining, rural areas).
Specification:

  • Hardware: Starlink Mini portable terminal
  • Connection: glasses ↔ Wi-Fi ↔ Starlink terminal ↔ satellite
  • Use cases: FIFO sites, remote mines, rural properties, emergency response
  • Bandwidth: 50-100 Mbps typical
  • Latency: 25-50 ms

Validation: Starlink connectivity test, latency measurement

FRD-NET-STAR-002 [P2]
Starlink connection shall support all cloud features.

Rationale: Full functionality in remote areas.
Specification:

  • AI boost: functional over Starlink
  • Video calls: remote expert assistance
  • OTA updates: download firmware
  • Backup/sync: full sync capability

Validation: Feature parity test over Starlink

FRD-NET-STAR-010 [P2]
GROOT FORCE shall offer Starlink bundled packages for enterprise.

Rationale: Turnkey solution for remote sites.
Specification:

  • Package: 10× GF-EN glasses + Starlink Mini + router
  • Price: $15,000-20,000 (hardware) + $149/month (service)
  • Support: managed service, troubleshooting
  • Use case: remote mine site, emergency response team

Validation: Bundle deployment test

9. Private Network Support (Enterprise)​

9.1 Private 5G/LTE​

FRD-NET-PRIV-001 [P2]
System shall support connection to private 5G/LTE networks.

Rationale: Enterprises want on-premise control and security.
Specification:

  • Use case: factories, warehouses, large campuses
  • Configuration: manual APN settings in companion app
  • Security: enterprise-managed certificates
  • Isolation: traffic stays on private network

Validation: Private network connectivity test

9.2 Air-Gapped Mode (High Security)​

FRD-NET-PRIV-010 [P2]
System shall support air-gapped mode for high-security environments.

Rationale: Government, military, secure facilities.
Specification:

  • Mode: disable all wireless (Wi-Fi, BT, cellular)
  • USB: wired connection for data transfer and updates
  • Indicator: "Air-Gapped Mode" displayed on HUD
  • Re-enable: requires admin password

Validation: Wireless disable verification, USB-only data transfer

10. Network Security​

10.1 Encryption​

FRD-NET-SEC-001 [P0]
All network connections shall use strong encryption.

Rationale: Protect user data in transit.
Specification:

  • Wi-Fi: WPA3-Personal/Enterprise
  • Bluetooth: BT 6 Secure Connections
  • Cellular: inherent LTE/5G encryption
  • Cloud: TLS 1.3 (min), ChaCha20-Poly1305 or AES-256-GCM
  • Mesh: TLS 1.3 peer-to-peer

Validation: Encryption verification, cipher suite audit

FRD-NET-SEC-002 [P0]
System shall support certificate pinning for critical services.

Rationale: Prevent MITM attacks on update/cloud servers.
Specification:

  • Pin: GROOT FORCE cloud, update server certs
  • Validation: reject if cert doesn't match pin
  • Update: new pins via signed OTA

Validation: Certificate pinning test, MITM attack simulation

10.2 Network Isolation​

FRD-NET-SEC-010 [P0]
System shall isolate network traffic by security domain.

Rationale: Prevent cross-contamination of data.
Specification:

  • Domains: System, User Apps, Enterprise Apps
  • Firewall: per-domain rules
  • VPN: split tunneling (enterprise traffic via VPN, personal direct)

Validation: Traffic isolation test, firewall rule verification

10.3 Zero-Trust Networking​

FRD-NET-SEC-020 [P1]
Cloud services shall implement zero-trust architecture.

Rationale: Never trust, always verify.
Specification:

  • Authentication: device certificate + user token
  • Authorization: per-request permission check
  • Least privilege: only access needed resources
  • Audit: log all cloud API calls

Validation: Zero-trust audit, unauthorized access attempt test

11. Bandwidth Optimization​

11.1 Adaptive Quality​

FRD-NET-OPT-001 [P1]
System shall adapt content quality based on available bandwidth.

Rationale: Optimize for speed and cost.
Specification:

High Bandwidth ( > 5 Mbps):

  • Full-res media upload
  • Real-time video calls
  • Cloud AI boost with large context

Medium Bandwidth (1-5 Mbps):

  • Compressed media (80% quality)
  • Audio calls (video optional)
  • Cloud AI with reduced context

Low Bandwidth ( < 1 Mbps):

  • Text-only sync
  • Defer media uploads
  • Local AI only

Validation: Adaptive quality test across bandwidth conditions

11.2 Data Compression​

FRD-NET-OPT-010 [P1]
System shall compress data before transmission.

Rationale: Reduce bandwidth usage and costs.
Specification:

  • Images: JPEG (quality 80), WebP
  • Video: H.265 compression
  • Documents: gzip compression
  • API: gzip HTTP content-encoding

Validation: Compression ratio measurement, quality assessment

11.3 Caching and Prefetching​

FRD-NET-OPT-020 [P1]
System shall cache frequently accessed data and prefetch predictable needs.

Rationale: Reduce latency, conserve bandwidth.
Specification:

  • Cache: translation packs, map tiles, common queries
  • Prefetch: upcoming navigation tiles, user's routine locations
  • TTL: 7 days for translation packs, 1 day for map tiles
  • Purge: LRU eviction when storage > 80% full

Validation: Cache hit rate measurement, prefetch accuracy

12. Monitoring and Diagnostics​

12.1 Network Health Monitoring​

FRD-NET-MON-001 [P0]
System shall monitor network health and alert on issues.

Rationale: Proactive problem detection.
Specification:

  • Metrics: signal strength, latency, packet loss, bandwidth
  • Sampling: every 10 seconds
  • Alerts: if latency > 500ms or loss > 5% sustained 30s
  • Display: network status icon on HUD

Validation: Monitoring accuracy, alert timeliness

FRD-NET-MON-002 [P1]
Companion app shall display detailed network diagnostics.

Rationale: Troubleshooting for support teams.
Specification:

  • Display: connection type, signal strength, speed test
  • History: last 24 hours connectivity graph
  • Logs: connection events (connect, disconnect, switch)

Validation: Diagnostic accuracy, support usefulness

12.2 Usage Analytics​

FRD-NET-MON-010 [P1]
System shall track data usage per app and category.

Rationale: Help users avoid overage charges.
Specification:

  • Breakdown: AI boost, media sync, updates, other
  • Display: current month usage, daily average
  • Alerts: 80% of plan limit reached
  • Export: CSV report for expense tracking

Validation: Usage tracking accuracy, alert timeliness

13. Edge Computing (Future)​

13.1 Edge Nodes​

FRD-NET-EDGE-001 [P2]
GROOT FORCE Cloud shall support edge computing nodes for low-latency services.

Rationale: Reduce latency for real-time features (future expansion).
Specification:

  • Deployment: ISP edge, 5G MEC, customer on-prem
  • Services: AI inference, AR rendering, caching
  • Latency: < 20ms from device to edge
  • Fallback: central cloud if edge unavailable

Validation: Edge latency measurement, failover test

14. Connectivity by Variant​

14.1 Variant-Specific Connectivity​

GF-BE, GF-VI (Assistive):

  • Focus: reliability > speed
  • Emergency: 911 calling via cellular (if eSIM)
  • Caregiver: always-on connection for monitoring

GF-CL (Care & Joy):

  • Cloud: preferred for documentation upload
  • Sync: frequent (every 15 min) to secure backups

GF-NF (Fitness):

  • Bluetooth: HR strap, watch connectivity
  • Upload: workout data to fitness platforms

GF-TX (TradeForce):

  • Private network: support for enterprise LTE
  • Starlink: bundled for remote sites
  • Offline: must function 100% without connectivity

GF-EN (Enterprise):

  • 5G eSIM: standard (not optional)
  • MDM: always-connected for management
  • Analytics: usage data upload

GF-LX (Lifestyle):

  • Wi-Fi: primary (cost-conscious users)
  • Bluetooth: phone tethering

15. Performance Requirements​

15.1 Throughput​

FRD-NET-PERF-001 [P0]
System shall achieve these minimum throughput targets.

Specification:

ConnectionDownloadUpload
Wi-Fi 7500 Mbps200 Mbps
Wi-Fi 6200 Mbps100 Mbps
5G100 Mbps50 Mbps
LTE20 Mbps10 Mbps
BT 62 Mbps2 Mbps
Mesh (3-hop)10 Mbps10 Mbps

Validation: Throughput benchmarking per connection type

15.2 Latency​

FRD-NET-PERF-010 [P0]
System shall achieve these maximum latency targets.

Specification:

ConnectionLatency (to GROOT FORCE cloud)
Wi-Fi (home)< 50 ms
5G< 50 ms
LTE< 100 ms
Starlink< 100 ms
Mesh (3-hop)< 150 ms

Validation: Latency measurement, jitter analysis

15.3 Battery Impact​

FRD-NET-PERF-020 [P0]
Network radios shall consume these maximum power levels.

Specification:

RadioIdleActive
Wi-Fi10 mW200 mW
BT 6 LE5 mW50 mW
5G/LTE50 mW500 mW

Total network budget: < 15% of total power
Validation: Power consumption measurement

16. Testing and Validation​

16.1 Connectivity Testing​

Test Scenarios:

  • Connection establishment in various environments
  • Handoff between Wi-Fi/cellular/mesh
  • Weak signal behavior
  • Network congestion handling
  • Roaming (international)
  • Firewall/proxy compatibility

Success Metrics:

  • Connection success rate: > 98%
  • Handoff latency: < 3s
  • Data integrity: zero corruption
  • Security: pass penetration testing

16.2 Cloud Service Testing​

Test Scenarios:

  • Cloud opt-in/out
  • Sync correctness across devices
  • Cloud AI boost response time
  • Backup and restore
  • Tier upgrade/downgrade

Success Metrics:

  • Sync accuracy: 100%
  • Cloud AI latency: < 3s (95th percentile)
  • Backup success: > 99.9%
  • User satisfaction with cloud: > 4.5/5

17. Traceability Matrix​

FRD RequirementSystem SRSHardware ReqTest Case
FRD-NET-BT-001REQ-NET-001REQ-HW-150TC-BT-001
FRD-NET-WIFI-001REQ-NET-010REQ-HW-151TC-WIFI-001
FRD-NET-CELL-001REQ-NET-020REQ-HW-152TC-CELL-001
FRD-NET-MESH-001REQ-NET-030MultipleTC-MESH-001
FRD-NET-CLOUD-001REQ-NET-040-TC-CLOUD-001
FRD-NET-OTA-001REQ-NET-050-TC-OTA-001

(Full matrix maintained separately)

Document Approval​

Approved by:

  • Network Architect: _________________ Date: _______
  • Cloud Lead: _________________ Date: _______
  • Security Lead: _________________ Date: _______
  • Product Manager: _________________ Date: _______

END OF FRD: CONNECTIVITY & CLOUD

This FRD defines the complete networking and cloud services architecture for GROOT FORCE - from local Bluetooth pairing to global mesh networking to optional cloud AI boost. It embodies our local-first, privacy-respecting philosophy while providing powerful cloud features for users who want them. Whether you're a FIFO worker on a remote Starlink connection or an enterprise with a private 5G network, GROOT FORCE stays connected and functional.