Progressive simulation-based design: A case study example on software defined radio

The increasing complexity of engineering systems and automation applications asks for systematic design processes and methodologies. In previous work, a progressive simulation-based design methodology was developed. This methodology views simulation as a driving force for designing and testing engineering systems and supports systematic transitions from simulation models to real system realization. This paper applies the methodology to the development of a cognitive radio network on software defined radio. The design process and results are presented.