Accession Number:

ADA278143

Title:

An Analysis of Cellular Telephone and INMARSAT Systems for Providing Radio Data Link Computer Communications for US Navy Vessels

Descriptive Note:

Master's thesis

Corporate Author:

NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CA

Personal Author(s):

• Cooper, Jr., David L.

Report Date:

1993-12-01

Pagination or Media Count:

69.0

Abstract:

This thesis examines radio frequency data link computer communications systems with emphasis on their potential application to ship shore communications. Covered are two systems that experts believe hold the most promise for DoD application, International Maritime Satellite INMARSAT and cellular radiotelephones. An analysis of system capabilities, cost, and future potential is performed for each, and then the two systems are compared. In addition, a thorough discussion of the security issues for each system and final conclusionsrecommendations are presented. The conclusions suggest that increased cellular radiotelephone usage vice INMARSAT by fleet units would optimize fleet readiness and improve supply system performance. Based on these conclusions, this authors recommendation is that all Navy ships be equipped with a cellular telephone system, while all aircraft carriers and amphibious aircraft carriers be equipped with both cellular and INMARSAT systems

Descriptors:

• *COMPUTER COMMUNICATIONS
• *RADIO LINKS
• *DATA LINKS
• *RADIOTELEPHONES
• *SECURE COMMUNICATIONS
• FREQUENCY
• SHIPS
• COMPUTERS
• THESES
• ARTIFICIAL SATELLITES
• INTERNATIONAL
• TELEPHONE SYSTEMS
• AMPHIBIOUS AIRCRAFT
• RAPID DEPLOYMENT
• SHIP TO SHORE
• SHORES
• RADIOFREQUENCY
• SUPPLIES
• RADIO EQUIPMENT
• AIRCRAFT CARRIERS
• COSTS
• NAVY
• COMBAT READINESS
• OPTIMIZATION

Subject Categories:

• Computer Systems
• Radio Communications
• Non-Radio Communications

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE