Title: Wetnet/spl trade/, a multi-client, marine communication network
Abstract: Introduces and details Wetnet as both a direct line-of-sight and long range, over-the-horizon communication solution for autonomous underwater vehicles, unmanned surface vehicles and other marine platforms. Wetnet is a wireless network solution utilizing modified wireless networking protocol adapted to the unique communication environment encountered at the ocean's surface. This paper summarizes 802.11 wireless technology, and discusses the system design issues when applying this technology to a non-conventional ocean environment. The paper illustrates how WetNet may be applied for various multi-client, marine networks at extended RF slant ranges.
Publication Year: 2004
Publication Date: 2004-03-01
Language: en
Type: article
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