Risk Informed Spectrum Access

Abstract

The radio frequency (RF) spectrum is a vital resource to commercial and Government users. This is especially true at Department of Defense (DoD) Test and Training Ranges, where large numbers of diverse Spectrum Dependent Systems (SDS) need to operate concurrently within close proximity. This paper describes the Risk Informed Spectrum Access (RISA) system, a solution that will optimize use of the RF spectrum at DoD Test and Training Ranges. RISA combines pre-mission planning, multi-dimensional optimization, RF environment emulation, and real-time situational awareness to reduce the risk of RF interference and degraded RF performance, while simultaneously allowing Spectrum Dependent Systems to operate in higher densities.