1. May08-06

2. Most current networks have a speed of 100 Mbps
Most current networks have a speed of 100 Mbps. Faster networks like 1 Gbps are becoming more common.
Recently, faster speeds reaching up to 10 Gbps have been achieved via fiber optic technology.
Lockheed Martin would like to construct a network that achieves 10 Gbps speeds using COTS components.
Thorough testing will be required since this is a new technological development.

3. To address the problem, we will need
10 Gigabit Ethernet (10 GbE) interfaces to interconnect multiple nodes.
Plug-in modules which will provide the physical interface.
Advanced TCA or MicroTCA components, these components that follow that standards of telecommunication computing architecture, which implements 10 Gbps networks. These implementations are very similar, they differ only in the way switching and I/O is handled.

4. Functional
 The network shall be implemented through Telecommunication Computing Architecture which supports 10 Gbps components.
Either Advanced or Micro TCA components shall be used.
A minimum of three network interfaces to each network node shall be used.
The team shall test the network to determine real throughput.

5. Non-Functional
The solution must be implemented before the Senior Design class completes in May 2008.
The solution must determine whether or not fiber optic components can be used within budgetary constraints.

6. Environmental
The solution is assumed to be implemented in an environment where the following will affect the final design:
Weight
Temperature
shock sensitivity

7. Constraints Limitations Risks
Team members will be unable to devote extensive amounts of time to the project due to conflicts with other classes.
Limitations
There will be a limited budget available for the purchase of components.
Risks
A team member could leave the project (sickness, internship, etc.)‏
No component could be offered within budget.
Component failure due to improper handling or usage

10. The team shall provide weekly reports to LM.
The team shall present the chosen design solution to LM for approval before implementation.
The team shall provide weekly reports to LM.
The team shall present the test results to LM.
The team shall deliver a final report and all documentation to LM.
The team shall deliver the prototype to LM at the completion of this project.
Above: MicroTCA Carrier Hub with Advanced Mezzanine Cards that provide the I/O interfaces.

13. Questions ?