IVCS - A Modern Integrated Communications System for Fleet-Wide Application,

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Abstract:

IVCS is the Navys newest and most modern interior communications system. It is the Navys only qualified integrated shipboard voice distribution system, and received approval for service use in 1978. It operates under processor control to provide the high degree of flexibility demanded to meet the varied missions of todays naval vessels. The production version of the first-generation system has been fully operational since 1975 and has produced favorable operational experience. System enhancements have been accomplished with an efficiency not previously seen in modifying interior communications systems. This ease of modification is a characteristic of the IVCS and its software control features, and will apply to all ships regardless of their type or mission. A modified first-generation system is in the AEGIS base line, and many exciting innovations are planned to meet the AEGIS mission. A second-generation system is being tested that increases the modularity, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness of the IVCS to enable fleet-wide application. The resulting system provides one common design for the 1980s.

Author(s):
Mcdonnell, James T.
Author Organization(s):
ASSOCIATION OF SCIENTISTS AND ENGINEERS OF THE NAVAL AIR AND SEA SYSTEMS COMMAND WASHINGTON DC
Supplementary Note:
Proceedings of the Annual Technical Symposium (16th), Association of Scientists and Engineers of the Naval Air and Sea Systems Command, Washington, DC, 1978.
Pagination:
0041

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

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Approved For Public Release

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Collection: TR
Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_6.1.3_Switching and Routing; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_6.1.1_Wired Transmission; JCA_6.1_Information Transport; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_4_Logistics; JCA_4.7.2_Installation Services; JCA_4.7_Base and Installations Support; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_4.3_Maintain; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_1.2.1_Training; JCA_5.2.3_Share Knowledge and Situational Awareness; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_8.2.1_Partner with Governments and Institutions; JCA_8.2_Shape; JCA_8_Building Partnerships
Modernization Areas:
Microelectronics
Communities of Interest:
Ground and Sea Platforms
Descriptor(s):
*INTERCOMMUNICATION SYSTEMS, *VOICE COMMUNICATIONS, INTEGRATED SYSTEMS, AUTOMATION, NAVAL VESSELS, EFFICIENCY, COMMUNICATIONS NETWORKS, SHIPBOARD
Field(s)/Group(s):
Voice Communications
Keyword(s):
IVCS(Integrated Voice Communication System)
Report Date:
1979 Mar 30