Title :
Selection of a forward error correcting code for the data communication radio link of the Advanced Train Control System
Author :
Ayers, Robert G.
Author_Institution :
Arinc Res. Corp., Annapolis, MD, USA
fDate :
11/1/1989 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
A method for selecting a forward error correcting (FEC) code for the Advanced Train Control System (ATCS) radio data link is described. The application of the ATCS and the performance issues involved in selecting a code are detailed. On the basis of the data, the ATCS Communications Component Specification Drafting Committee chose the Reed-Solomon 2 code as the FEC code for ATCS. This choice was based on best overall performance in providing throughput and good performance relative to other codes on other metrics
Keywords :
data communication systems; error correction codes; mobile radio systems; railways; ATCS; Advanced Train Control System; Reed-Solomon 2 code; data communication radio link; forward error correcting code; Communication system control; Computer displays; Computerized monitoring; Control systems; Data communication; Error correction codes; Mobile communication; Radio control; Radio link; Railway safety;
Journal_Title :
Vehicular Technology, IEEE Transactions on
