This thesis analyzes the potential impact of incorporating wireless technologies, specifically an 802.11 mesh layer architecture and 802.16 Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing, in order to effectively and more efficiently transmit data and create a symbiotic operational picture between Coast Guard Cutters, their boarding teams, Coast Guard Operation Centers, and various external agencies. Two distinct collaborative software programs, Groove Virtual Office and the Naval Postgraduate School's Situational Awareness Agent, are utilized over the Tactical Mesh and OFDM network configurations to improve the Common Operating Picture of involved units within a marine environment to evaluate their potential impact for the Coast Guard. This is being done to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of Coast Guard units while they carry out their Law Enforcement and Homeland Security Missions. Through multiple field experiments, including Tactical Network Topology and nuclear component sensing with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, we utilize commercial off the shelf (COTS) equipment and software to evaluate their impact on these missions.http://archive.org/details/collaborativeppl109452311Lieutenant Commander, United States Coast GuardLieutenant, United States Coast GuardApproved for public release; distribution is unlimited

Kern, Dabney R.

Shaffer, Kenan J.

While there have been unfavorable responses to Department of Defense right-sizing efforts, this force restructuring has actually produced certain positive results. Capitalizing on technological advances, the aviation community, in particular, has adapted to personnel cuts and reduced budgets without sacrificing the quality of training. As a result, considerable emphasis is currently placed on computer-based training (CBT) applications. The development of this type of training for critical, high-risk, missions, such as those involving scarce night vision equipment, has encouraged numerous research projects including this thesis. Sponsored by Naval Air Systems Command (PMA-205) , this thesis discusses methods used to re-engineer the UH-1N helicopter Aviator's Night Vision Imaging System/Heads-Up Display (ANVIS/HUD) CBT for use in the HH-60H community. By using portions of code, graphics, and text originally designed for the UH-1N CBT, the HH-60H version was developed through a revision process which incorporated new material as required. The final product is a trainer consisting of five instructional modules, combining student evaluation and remediation features through interactive lessons and exercises. In accordance with current design principles, an object-oriented authoring system enabled the production of a quality CBT that meets the sponsor's budget and time constraints, and promises to be a key training asset for HH-60H personnel.Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.Lieutenant Commander, United States NavyLieutenant, United States Navyhttp://archive.org/details/reengineeringcom10945889

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Re-engineering a computer-based trainer for a helicopter night vision system

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Collaborative applications used in a wireless environment at sea for use in Coast Guard Law Enforcement and Homeland Security missions

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