System Structure & Architecture

Mesh Network Topology
ActiveAhead uses a Bluetooth Mesh network, where all devices (luminaires, sensors, nodes) communicate with each other directly. There is no central controller, and each device acts as both a transmitter and receiver.
Key Benefits of Mesh:

• High redundancy (no single point of failure)

• Easy scalability (from a single room to an entire building)

• Automatic formation and re-routing of communication paths

 
Roles of System Components
1. Nodes (ActiveAhead Nodes)

• Embedded in or connected to luminaires

• Form the core of the mesh network

• Handle logic like presence detection, daylight harvesting, and communication

• Execute learned behaviors locally (self-learning AI is distributed)

 
2. Sensors

• Usually built into the luminaire or externally mounted

• Detect motion, presence, and ambient light levels

• Feed real-time data to the node for adaptive lighting decisions

 
3. Gateways (Optional)

• Used to connect the mesh network to the internet/cloud

• Enable remote access and integration with Helvar Insights

• Act as bridges between the wireless network and external building systems (e.g. BMS)

 
Optional Cloud Connectivity
Helvar Insights is the cloud-based platform that extends the value of ActiveAhead:

• Energy Monitoring: Track energy usage in real-time across different zones or buildings

• Space Utilization: Analyze occupancy data to optimize workspace layouts

• Predictive Maintenance: Get alerts about device health before failures occur

• Remote Access: Monitor and configure the system remotely via dashboards

 
Note: Cloud access is optional — ActiveAhead works fully offline, ensuring security and local autonomy.