MILSATCOM End to End Simulation Environment

MEESE is a hardware and software-based simulation platform which models the various components of the end-to-end satellite communications systems. MEESE, originally developed for MILSTAR, has now expanded to include next generation satellite systems including AEHF and TSAT. Its open architecture and modular approach permits quick expansion to include other satellite communications systems.

Applications

MEESE provides high fidelity Layer 1 and 2 modeling simulating real-life effects of the communications chain. With system and segment performance data generated, design decisions and issues resolution can be made with higher confidence throughout architecture concept, development and operational phases:

Architecture and Requirement Development

• Waveform Definition: Modulation, Interleaver, and Coding Selection
• Effects of Channel Fading, Jamming and Scintillation
• Segment Requirement Allocations

System Performance and Trade Analysis

• Nuller Configuration (Anti-Jamming Performance)
• Interference Performance Analysis
• Non-linear Effects
• Phase Noise Degradation

Requirement Verification Process

• Link Performance
• Synchronization
• Dynamic Bandwidth Resource Allocation Evaluation

Test and Operational Support

• Baseband Testing prior to launch
• On-orbit test support
• Anomaly Duplication and Resolution
• Planning Tool Development

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