| As high-speed (10 Gbps) data paths continue to emerge supplying superior information transfer, the need for hitless, bit-true, path switching comes to the forefront as an enabling technology. Redundant data streams ensure persistent Warfighter information transfer and network-centric technology utilizes packetized transmissions increasing bandwidth efficiency. However, such packetization presents several problems in terms of protocol adaptation and data continuity as switching occurs. This paper addresses such issues and illustrates methods to overcome such adversity as well as alternatives for reuse across multiple domains. The DoD, Intelligence Community and NASA can benefit from higher mission assurance as the network-centric operation transformation continues.
Overall, the paper presents a general method of maintaining high-reliability in redundant sourced systems with specific analysis applied to high-speed (10 Gbps) information transfer and network implementation. |
| Jerry Brand
BSEE, MSEE, PhD Auburn and North Carolina State Universities
Registered Professional Engineer Florida
Senior Member IEEE
Jerry has over thirty-five years experience in electromagnetics, electronics and communications covering commercial, government and military products including antennas, personal communications products, aerospace equipment and a variety of ground equipments: mobile, transportable and fixed.
Jerry currently maintains a position as Chief Engineer, DoD Air and Space Programs at Harris Corporation, Government Communications Systems Division, Melbourne, Florida.
Joanne Abowitt
B.S. Engineering, California State University, Northridge
Joanne has twenty years experience in Satellite Payload Engineering, Subsystem Engineering, Verification, Integration and Test for government and military missions. Her experience includes Microwave RF, Optical, Analog and Digital communications systems.
Joanne currently maintains a position as Chief Systems Engineer for Enhanced Polar Satellite (EPS) and Transformational Communications Systems programs at Harris Corporation, Government Communications Systems Division, Melbourne, Florida.
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