Patrick Schlott often finds himself in a cellular dead zone during his drive to work. "You go down the road, you turn the corner and you're behind a mountain and you'll lose cell coverage pretty fast, ...

We’ve all been disconnected: dropped calls, voices cutting out, stalled texts. It can happen often in central Vermont, where the hilly rural landscape doesn’t lend itself to consistent cell reception.

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Electrical engineer Patrick Schlott was driving to work through the ...