Development of a Distributed, Adaptive, Direction and Control (Civil Preparedness Communications) Network within the State of Rhode Island, Which May Serve as a Prototype Model for the Design of State Area Networks in Other States.
Abstract
This report describes the problems and a series of solutions to the implementation of a statewide Civil Preparedness Telecommunications System that linked together logical control points of local governments and Emergency Response units. The system was composed of cost effective two way radio voice equipment with facsimile record copy capability (unattended). To permit operation under blackout conditions, a unique battery power module was developed to power the unit up to two weeks under such conditions. Simple EMP measures, were taken at each station as well as special modifications to prevent the radios from being either turned off or the volume from being set too low. The project was coordinated with the R.I. National Guard who helped in licensing the system as a joint public service effect. Positive Voice Identification made simple the task of identifying stations on the network. Station location site selection was a challenge and each station ultimately had to be approved by the head of Local Government, Local CD Director & State director. The result was places where true direction and control activities take place based upon actual experience. The network is operational as a demonstration model with continuous weekly test taking place to ensure continued availability in time of emergency.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1981
- Accession Number
- ADA100304
Entities
People
- Richard A. Bouchard