Modular C3 Interface Analysis (Flexible Intraconnect). Volume I. Executive Summary
Abstract
This report documents the results of the concept definition phase for a high capacity wideband general purpose data/communications bussing system. A 'Flexible Intraconnect' bus concept is described in terms of its use to achieve physical and functional modularity in the design, implementation and operational deployment of command and control (C2) centers of the Tactical Air Force (TAF). Flexible Intraconnect (FI) design parameters are established in terms of traffic loading estimates and requirements of evolving configurations of C2 centers of the TAF. Surveys of data distribution system architectures, current and developing technologies and C2 device interfaces are provided. A design of a Flexible Intraconnect having high data rate and capacity, positive flow control and configuration flexibility is documented. A standardized interface for physical and functional device to bus access is described. Descriptions of the major functional elements of the FI are provided along with top level block diagrams. The design was analyzed and preliminary estimates of error performance, reliability, capacity and response times were derived. Results obtained from this phase will be used in specifications for the subsequent development phase of the FI program.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1980
- Accession Number
- ADB046390
Entities
People
- Ben Chi
- Carl Schalbe
- Greg Mayhew
- James Powers
Organizations
- Hughes Aircraft Company