Innovative Wireless Network Modeling And Simulation Technology In Support of Training, Testing And Range Instrumentation Requirements

The objective of this project is to develop a high-speed wireless network that can be seamlessly integrated with existing fiber-optic based range communication networks. The goal is to fully benefit from the on-going range digitization efforts and capitalize on recent technological advancements in wireless communications. The latest developments in wireless standards, products, and research will be investigated, and their capability of carrying multimedia range instrumentation data will be examined. Sophisticated network simulation tools, such as the OPNET Modeler and Wireless module, will be extensively utilized for network design, and innovative wireless network modeling and simulation technology will be developed to fulfill training, testing and range instrumentation requirements. The network security issue pertaining to the proposed wireless network will be investigated so that the right level of security measures can be identified and implemented to ensure optimal information protection.