A Design Approach for Dynamic Reconfiguration of Unattended Sensors, Unmanned Systems, and Monitoring Stations
Abstract
The design and implementation of software for networked systems of diverse physical assets is a continuing challenge to robotic and network sensor developers. The problems are often multiplied when reconfiguring or adding new elements to existing designs in order to meet the demands of changing tactics and missions, and to meet new requirements for interoperability and additional capabilities. Systems are often designed in a way such that configuration and reconfiguration may be difficult, time consuming, and costly. Interoperability between new and legacy systems may require significant changes to the code and design of a system. Static or closed designs can lead to a system that is difficult to add new sensors or payloads to. In this paper, we describe a design approach that utilizes Model Driven Engineering (MDE), the OSGi Service Platform framework (OSGi), and an open, flexible services oriented architecture to maximize software reuse and to ensure rapid development of new features and capabilities to meet the changing requirements for unmanned systems.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 01, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA481654
Entities
People
- Matthew W. Skalny
- William Smuda
Organizations
- Tank-automotive and Armaments Command