Robonato is a custom typeface that replaces each letter with its corresponding NATO phonetic alphabet word. For example, typing "A" will render "Alpha," and typing "B" will render "Bravo."
The NATO phonetic alphabet is an internationally recognized standard used to spell out words clearly and unambiguously over communication channels like radio or telephone. It ensures clarity, especially in noisy environments or situations where errors could have significant consequences, such as in aviation, military, and emergency services.
I’ve always been fascinated by typography and recently learned about the NATO phonetic alphabet, which inspired me to create this typeface. Robonato uses Roboto Mono as its foundation, chosen for its simplicity, readability, and suitability for monospaced text applications.
- Proportional Widths: Each glyph is designed to accommodate the length of the NATO word it represents.
- Based on Roboto Mono: A widely used, highly legible monospaced font, perfect for this context.
- Typographic experiments
- Communication tools for NATO alphabet learners
- Creative design projects
- Download the
.ttffile from this repository. - Install the font on your system:
- Windows: Right-click the file and choose "Install."
- MacOS: Double-click the file and select "Install Font."
- Linux: Copy the file to your
.fontsdirectory or use your system's font manager.
If you’d like to improve Robonato or suggest features, feel free to open an issue or submit a pull request!