New SWARM MESA® Portable, In-Place RF Monitoring System Delivers Continuous Wireless Threat Detection
Cookeville, Tennessee USA — November 18th, 2025 — Research Electronics International (REI) announces the release of
SWARM MESA®, a new portable In-Place Monitoring System (IPMS) that provides continuous 24/7 automated RF and WiFi monitoring of structures, environments, offices, SCIFS, and events. SWARM MESA® leverages the proven capability of multiple MESA® 2.0 portable spectrum analyzers networked to deliver detection, localization, and logging of wireless signals to identify known, unknown, or unauthorized transmissions.
Key Features
Comprehensive RF/WiFi Detection and Analysis
SWARM MESA® detects and classifies a wide range of wireless emissions, including:
- RF transmitters (including burst and covert signals)
- Access points and clients
- WiFi activity
- Cellular devices
Once deployed, SWARM MESA® continuously observes RF energy in the Area of Interest (AOI), automatically alerting operators to new or unusual transmissions. Its built-in logging and heat-mapping features enable localization of emitters to help identify and respond to potential threats swiftly.
Portable, Modular, and Mission-Ready
Designed for rapid deployment, SWARM MESA® ships as a complete, transportable kit that includes four MESA® spectrum analyzers, four 30 MHz – 6 GHz Omnidirectional antennas, network cables, a pre-configured laptop controller , and software — all housed in a rugged hard-shell case. SWARM MESA can scale to connect up to six MESAs.
The SWARM MESA® Ethernet Cable Kit (included) extends range and connectivity with retractable Ethernet cables, a gigabit switch, and accessories for distributed operation across multiple rooms or structures.
Applications
SWARM MESA® is ideal for:
- Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) and RF threat detection
- Monitoring secure rooms, government facilities, and critical infrastructure
- Detecting unauthorized cellular and WiFi devices
- Continuous RF surveillance during sensitive operations or events
- Preventing IoT-based data exfiltration
- Monitoring power plants, pipelines, and refineries for interference
Efficiency and Ease of Use
The SWARM MESA® software suite provides automated 24/7 monitoring, event alerts, and data playback. Operators can schedule, log, and compare data from multiple receivers while observing real-time transmission activity on dynamic heat maps.
Built for efficiency, SWARM MESA® enhances situational awareness in environments where wireless security and operational integrity are critical.
Technical Highlights
- Live 24/7 RF/WiFi monitoring
- Signal classification and geo-localization
- Automated alerts and logging
- Modular, portable IPMS design
- Scalable deployment for small to medium AOIs
- Full-spectrum analysis up to 6 GHz
- Includes IRIS software for RF analysis
- Includes four MESA® spectrum analyzers and fixed Omnidirectional antennas
- SWARM MESA Cable Kit
For the full press release on the New SWARM MESA® In-Place Monitoring System click here.
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