Hierarchical Information Network Modeling Apparatus
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional network modeling and simulation methods fail to accurately account for the hierarchical and standardized information transmission networks, such as military tactical communication networks and SCADA systems, leading to increased simulation time and resource wastage due to the need for system redesign with trivial changes in configuration.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus for modeling and simulating information transmission networks with hierarchical structures, which generates connection relationship information and traffic information maps based on pre-defined relationships and traffic volumes, using a connectivity map and traffic map to simulate network behavior, allowing for reflection of various topological configurations and logical relationships.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If conventional full-mesh topology modeling is used, then simulation can be performed with simple direct links between all nodes, but the model fails to accurately represent hierarchical networks requiring complete system redesign for trivial configuration changes
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the network modeling into hierarchical levels (upper-level nodes and lower-level nodes) with distinct connection relationship maps. This segmentation allows the model to accurately represent hierarchical network structures without requiring complete system redesign when configuration changes occur, as each level can be independently managed and updated.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces dynamic connection relationship maps that can be updated without redesigning the entire simulation system. The upper-level connection relationship map and lower-level connection relationship map can be dynamically adjusted to reflect configuration changes, maintaining modeling accuracy while avoiding complete system redesign.
2Productivity
If conventional modeling methods are used, then the simulation system structure is simple, but simulation time increases and resources are wasted due to frequent system redesign
Solution Approach 1:
The patent establishes preliminary connection relationship maps during system setup, which define the hierarchical structure and communication rules in advance. This preliminary configuration allows the simulation to run efficiently without frequent redesigns, as the hierarchical framework is already in place and can be updated through configuration changes rather than complete system redesign.
Solution Approach 2:
The dynamic update capability of the connection relationship maps allows the simulation system to adapt to configuration changes without time-consuming redesigns. The upper-level and lower-level connection relationship maps can be updated independently, maintaining simulation efficiency while accommodating network reconfiguration.
3Adaptability or versatility
If fixed topology modeling is applied, then physical arrangement positions are accounted for, but the model cannot reflect variety of hierarchical topology structures with logical construction relationships
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the topology representation into upper-level nodes, lower-level nodes, and intermediate connection relationships. This segmentation enables the model to reflect various hierarchical topology structures with logical construction relationships, as each segment can be independently configured to match different network arrangements while maintaining accurate logical relationship representation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent adds a hierarchical dimension to the topology modeling, transitioning from simple physical arrangement to multi-level hierarchical structure. The upper-level connection relationship map and lower-level connection relationship map operate at different hierarchical dimensions, enabling the model to represent both physical arrangement and logical construction relationships simultaneously.
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AI summary
A method for modeling an information transmission network having a hierarchical structure, and an apparatus thereof. The apparatus is adapted to model an information transmission network having a hierarchical structure in which information transmission is conducted between pairs of nodes to which pre-defined relationships are assigned, the apparatus including: a connectivity map generating unit for generating connection relationship information for each node, on a basis of traffic information including data transmission direction information for nodes contained in the information transmission network and a connectivity map for the nodes on a basis of the connection relationship information for each node: and a traffic map generating unit for generating a traffic information map accounting for traffic intensities between pairs of the nodes by applying inter-node traffic information to the connectivity map.