Aqua-Psim: A Semi-Physical Simulation Platform Based on NS3 for Underwater Acoustic Network

  • Jiani Guo
  • , Jun Liu
  • , Shanshan Song*
  • , Chuang Zhang
  • , Hao Chen
  • , Jun Hong Cui
  • *Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

As common tools to validate underwater acoustic network protocols, simulation platforms are challenged by constructing near-real channel model and communication nodes. In this paper, we design a semi-physical simulation platform based on NS3, called Aqua-Psim, to narrow gaps between simulation and sea trial. It combines real modems and software for higher simulation accuracy and network configuration flexibility. Moreover, Bellhop ray-Tracing program is employed to provide more authentic propagation process of underwater acoustic signal. In addition, we extend some service functions: data processing, time synchronization and localization for more facilitative user development. Simulation results show that Aqua-Psim is a promising simulator for underwater acoustic networks.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationWUWNet 2021 - 15th ACM International Conference on Underwater Networks and Systems
PublisherAssociation for Computing Machinery, Inc
ISBN (Electronic)9781450395625
DOIs
StatePublished - 22 Nov 2021
Event15th ACM International Conference on Underwater Networks and Systems, WUWNet 2021 - Virtual, Online, China
Duration: 23 Nov 202126 Nov 2021

Publication series

NameWUWNet 2021 - 15th ACM International Conference on Underwater Networks and Systems

Conference

Conference15th ACM International Conference on Underwater Networks and Systems, WUWNet 2021
Country/TerritoryChina
CityVirtual, Online
Period23/11/2126/11/21

Keywords

  • Bellhop
  • Underwater acoustic network
  • Underwater simulator
  • semi-physical simulation

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