Voice and data integration in tactical networks

The authors propose algorithms for supporting voice and data in a tactical ultrahigh-frequency line-of-sight (UHF LOS) network for communications within a Navy task force. The UHF LOS network is being developed by the Navy's Unified Networking Technology (UNT) program. It has properties in common with most tactical networks, and thus the algorithms presented here should be applicable to these networks in general. They have been designed to accommodate the limited bandwidth typical of tactical networks which makes integration of voice and data difficult. Also, the algorithms are robust, efficient, and survivable. The following features are considered: voice and data requirements, broadcast routing, point-to-point routing, channel access, voice algorithms, voice implementation, and channel release.<>