Abstract: A method for increasing the effectiveness of a mobile platform's data communications link includes the steps of: (a) attaching high gain antennas to the platform, (b) providing it with the following: a processor with memory and software, an antenna switching mechanism, an inertial measurement unit, and a GNSS receiver, and wherein the software is configured to: (c) assist in performing antenna switching so that the antennas yield a “pseudo isotropic” energy radiation pattern, (d) classify and prioritize data for transmission based on the nature and criticality of the data, (e) queue the data, based on its classification, during a communication link loss for retransmission when the link is reestablished, and (f) monitor the link to determine its statistical characteristics, and repacketize the data, based on the link's statistical characteristics, to enhance the link's efficiency.

Abstract: A method for increasing the effectiveness of a mobile platform's data communications link includes the steps of: (a) attaching high gain antennas to the platform, (b) providing it with the following: a processor with memory and software, an antenna switching mechanism, an inertial measurement unit, and a GNSS receiver, and wherein the software is configured to: (c) assist in performing antenna switching so that the antennas yield a “pseudo isotropic” energy radiation pattern, (d) classify and prioritize data for transmission based on the nature and criticality of the data, (e) queue the data, based on its classification, during a communication link loss for retransmission when the link is reestablished, and (f) monitor the link to determine its statistical characteristics, and repacketize the data, based on the link's statistical characteristics, to enhance the link's efficiency.

Abstract: In a switching network, a single 16 slot protective chassis supports a plurality of different adaptation switch modules (ASMs) sharing a single midplane bus. Multiple, identical ASMs form redundancy groups wherein one module in a group operates as a backup. Each ASM has relays for isolation between ASMs, and repeater circuitry to strengthen signals and minimize signal interference.