A Modeling Perspective for Meteor Burst Communication
Abstract
Meteor burst communication (MBC) is well suited for military applications. MBC offers better security compared to other long range communication systems because of its low probability of intercept and antijamming characteristics. MBC, however, has two major drawbacks: low throughout and long message waiting time. In order for MBC to be used effectively, methods need to be developed to predict and optimize system performance. The result of this research is the design and development of a methodology to analyze MBC networks. A decision support system was developed that provides a simulation model for any single or multiple-link MBC network. This model runs on an IBM XT/AT compatible computer and consists of two distinct components. The first component uses engineering parameters to compute intermediate queueing characteristics used by a discrete event simulation component. The simulation component provides point estimates for throughput, message delay, and resource utilization in tabular and graphical form. The MBC process is shown to be a M/G/1 queue with server vacations. Applicable analytical equations are presented and their limitations are discussed. Analytical equations and empirical data were both used to validate the MBC performance model. Theses.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1988
- Accession Number
- ADA202562
Entities
People
- Brian C. Healy
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology