Distributed data processing design evaluation through emulation
H. Fitzgibbon, Bill P. Buckles, J.E. Scalf · 2005
Future ballistic missile defense systems will involve multiple computers combined in complex ways. Prototype and breadboard evaluation will be prohibitively expensive if more than one alternative is investigated. Nevertheless, confidence must be gained in the hardware before it is actually constructed and the software must be available much earlier in the development cycle. BMD Advanced Technology Center is investigating a comprehensive emulation facility to accomplish both these goals. This paper addresses the shortcomings of current technology, characterizes the problems in extending emulation to encompass these goals, and provides an initial basis for solution.