关键词：通信；无线计算机网络；宽带；卫星通信；电信
摘 要：This thesis explores a novel network design concept to address the data and communications needs of the Department of Defense (DoD). This thesis evaluates broadband wireless data technologies in combination with High Altitude Platform (HAP) technologies. It proposes a network design concept to serve as a model for future research and the ultimate integration of HAPs into battlefield information architectures bringing the concepts of network centric warfare ever closer to reality.