Feature Request: Central Relay/Fan-out Server for Multi-Client Access

[tonynajjar]

Hi,

I’m running Foxglove Bridge on a fleet of robots with high-bandwidth sensors (LiDAR, cameras) and limited Wi-Fi connectivity. From my tests, each client that connects directly to a robot bridge receives a separate copy of the data, which multiplies the bandwidth usage on the robot. With multiple clients, this can easily saturate the robot’s network.

It would be extremely helpful to have a central relay/fan-out server feature in Foxglove that:
1- Receives data from one or more robot bridges
2- Relays the topics to multiple clients without requiring additional streams from the robots

This would allow multiple users to monitor the same robot fleet without multiplying upstream bandwidth usage, and would simplify remote access scenarios for mobile robots.

If there is already a known way of doing so, can you please advise on how? Thanks

[jacob-foxglove]

Hi @tonynajjar at this time I don't believe this is currently supported by Foxglove. I will open a feature request for you and follow up.

[gasmith]

Hey folks, we're actively working a feature like this! I'd love to learn more about your requirements. I'll reach out to you privately so we can set up some time to chat.