GstNetBalancer

GstNetBalancer – Optimize UDP Streaming Bandwidth for Wireless and Real-Time Systems GstNetBalancer is a powerful GStreamer plugin developed by RidgeRun that helps optimize the bandwidth usage of UDP and MPEG-TS streams by dynamically controlling packet transfer rates. It’s ideal for embedded devices operating over wireless, satellite, or radio links, where bandwidth is limited and reliability is critical. With bandwidth reductions of up to 40x, GstNetBalancer reduces latency and packet loss by balancing network traffic at the source, all while maintaining protocol compliance and leaving the receiver pipeline unchanged. Key Features: UDP Packet Rate ControlReduce bursty network behavior by smoothing the transfer of RTP/UDP packets. Bandwidth OptimizationLower bandwidth usage significantly without altering the encoding or content—ideal for constrained environments. No Protocol ModificationsPackets remain fully standard and compliant—no receiver-side changes needed. Lightweight