Design rapid deployment communication networks using the network configuration analysis software application

A new approach to the design of rapid deployment wireless communication networks is proposed by the conditions when it is impossible to cover fully the territory with a network. The essence of this approach is to determine the optimal locations of specified sets of network equipment prepared in advance. When performing the search, the specified routes of subscribers and their speed are taken into account. The target function uses the time- depended total network access level for all subscribers. The main existing methods of designing wireless networks, their application possibilities and disadvantages when used in a certain class of tasks (rapid deployment, incomplete coverage) are also considered. For practical application of the considered approach, a software product has been created that implements the developed search procedure using simulation and genetic algorithms. The algorithm of the software product operation is considered and examples of simulation results are given. The advantages and disadvantages of the proposed solution are analyzed. The problem of placing network devices in the specified conditions is solved for the first time; the software product created has no analogues. The results obtained are applicable for rapid design of wireless communication networks in areas where there is no mobile network coverage, for example, to provide communication for rescue operations or tourist routes in mountainous areas.