Numerical investigation for the blockade capability of the multi-BWBUG cooperative system

Abstract

ABSTRACT The multiple blended-wing-body underwater glider (multi-BWBUG) cooperative system features high endurance and low noise. This system is highly suitable for performing the blockade mission offshore. However, the research on this mission has not yet been reported. Thus, this study first proposes a blockade scenario for a multi-BWBUG cooperative system. The corresponding blockade mechanism is also described. Then, several typical topologies, the occurrence probability of network state, inherent capability, combat capability, and blockade capability, are defined. Finally, a novel method is proposed to calculate the blockade capability of the multi-BWBUG cooperative system. The simulation results indicate that the transmitting source level and communication frequency of communication equipment influence the occurrence probability of the network state. In addition, the failure ratio of communication links and the number of primary communication links affect the combat and blockade capabilities of the multi-BWBUG cooperative system. The blockade capability generally increases with the increase in the detection range of passive sonar.