About SD-WAN Communication in RED Networks
SD-WAN acts as the backbone for seamless communication among Remote Edge Devices (REDs), employing centralized control and dynamic path selection to optimize performance and reliability. By centralizing management tasks, SD-WAN simplifies the configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting processes.
When you integrate SD-WAN with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, you enhance security and efficiency. OCI ensures secure connectivity through robust encryption and access control measures. Intelligent traffic steering allows SD-WAN to efficiently direct traffic between various Oracle services and resources, ensuring that REDs can access the most relevant data sources and applications. Leveraging Oracle's network resources, SD-WAN optimizes routing between REDs, minimizing latency and maximizing throughput for an enhanced communication experience and seamless integration with Oracle services.
Testing the interconnection of Roving Edge Devices (REDs) using SD-WAN within Oracle Roving Edge Infrastructure marks an exciting exploration into cutting-edge networking. Through rigorous testing, we aim to understand how SD-WAN optimizes communication among REDs, unraveling insights for future-edge computing endeavors. By interconnecting REDs using SD-WAN, you can enable tactical communication for the following use cases:
- Cloud to Tactical Edge
- Seamless Network Transition
- Connected Devices and IoT
Cloud to Tactical Edge
At the edge of the network, fog computing facilitates local processing and services, including 5G connectivity, Oracle Internet of Things (IoT) applications, and voice or video communication. Both public and government cloud resources are leveraged, extending cloud services seamlessly from centralized data centers to tactical edge deployments, enabling real-time decision-making and mission-critical operations. This setup integrates IoT devices powered by 5G technology into the battlespace, enhancing situational awareness and operational effectiveness. Overall, the architecture prioritizes efficient data processing, low-latency communication, and scalability to support diverse military requirements across dynamic environments.
Seamless Network Transition
You can achieve seamless network transition through dynamic rerouting based on quality-of-service (QoS) to ensure uninterrupted connectivity.
A ship in sea connects to the radar using Satellite Communication (SatCom). Another uses Line-of-Sight (LoS) radio, and a third employs WiFi managed by Oracle SD-WAN. This uses a diversified approach where each ship leverages its respective network technology for specific needs and benefits with flexible communication options. The rerouting mechanism ensures that traffic is automatically redirected to alternative paths with better QoS to maintain optimal performance and reliability. Overall, the scenario illustrates a robust network infrastructure that adapts to changing conditions, and enables continuous and efficient communications across different operational environments, such as maritime settings.
Connected Devices and IoT
This use case depicts a comprehensive network architecture that integrates various elements to enhance military operations.
A radar system at the core is linked to Satellite Communication (SatCom), and serves as a central hub for data transmission. Connected devices and IoT technology are deployed across different assets, including airplanes, military groups with infantry positions, and vehicle. These devices provide real-time intelligence and facilitate remote operation of tactical systems. The IoT devices continuously transmit data regarding their position, status, and supply levels, and enable commanders to make informed decisions based on up-to-date tactical information.
Additionally, two radar tactical operation commands that use both government and public cloud resources, suggest a hybrid cloud approach for data storage and processing. This setup ensures scalability, resilience, and security in handling sensitive military data. Furthermore, real-time ground support coordination telemetry from an additional airplane underscores the emphasis on seamless communication and collaboration among various airborne assets. Overall, this use case highlights the integration of advanced technologies to enable efficient command and control, situational awareness, and coordination in military operations.