Critical Infrastructure

• The Age of Digital Transformation

• IIoT’sTop 3 Challenges

• RAD’s Secure Industrial IoT Solution

• Edge Computing in IIoT

• Edge Computing vs. Cloud Computing

• Choosing the Best Virtualization Technology for IIoT

• Next Generation IoT Gateway

• Takeaways

SONET/SDH is an aging technology and operational networks still based on it then will need to transition to a packet switched network. In this paper, critical infrastructure network operators debating between IP, MPLS and Carrier Ethernet will find an updated comparison to help them understand the advantages and disadvantages of each. 

The findings presented in this report are based on detailed surveys among 21 major U.S. electric utilities representing 1,836 transmission and major distribution substations. They provide a clear indication on the current trends and operational technology (OT) network priorities of power utility operators.

Power utility networks are becoming smarter, automated and more connected, as they gradually transform into Smart Grids. Looking forward, there are several key trends that drive the design of tomorrow’s utility networks – most of which are closely connected with the rise of IoT (Internet of Things) – and which need to be accommodated by adequate communication solutions:

The security of critical networks is at the center of attention of industry and government regulators alike. Check Point and RAD offer a joint end-to-end cyber security solution that protects any utility operational technology (OT) network by eliminating RTU and SCADA equipment vulnerabilities, as well as defends against cyber-attacks on the network’s control and data planes.

This white paper reviews the various aspects affecting power utilities’ transmission system operators and the specific challenges that need to be addressed with regard to Smart Grids and cyber security.

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Securing Industrial Control Protocol (ICP) networks in a power utility environment is challenging. Current security solutions have limitations due to numerous vulnerabilities inherent in the communications network. This white paper explores the various security approaches, discussing the benefits and limitations of each.

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This paper presents a brief overview of a new concept calledTraffic Duplication. This concept is based on the utilization of two networks (SDH/SONET and PSN) operating in parallel to provide resiliency, and on specialized technology that enables the duplication of traffic generated by various applications and their transmission over both networks simultaneously.

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With increasing numbers of service providers opting to use license-exempt radio frequency (RF) bands, the need to understand methods for overcoming the challenge of interference is critical. This white paper addresses the issue of interference in license-exempt bands and provides a number of approaches for its control and mitigation.

This document describes the important significance of building an air traffic control core service access platform supporting network operations, maintenance and management, and summarizes the features of an air traffic control core service access platform using RAD’s Megaplex (MP) series ofproducts to support air traffic control service transmission, and analyzes its deployment in air traffic control applications overseas.

Almost every power utility around the globe is either planning or has already begun the transformation of its T&D grid to an intelligent, packet-based network that can efficiently and reliably handle massive amounts of bi-directional or even multi-directional data communications between various devices and locations.

Can MPLS-TP replace Ethernet in access networks? Is MPLS-TP ready to do so? This analysis compares the strengths and weaknesses of both protocols.

With broadband connectivity demand rapidly increasing, Service Providers (SPs) are faced with the challenge of meeting high Service Level Agreement (SLA) requirements in Point-to-Multipoint (PtMP) wireless networks. Main SLA attributes include availability, capacity, delay and delay variation (jitter). What’s more, business customers expect these SLAs to be met with decreasing costs per bit.

Teleprotection signals from protective relays are among the most critical data transmitted across utility networks, as they help manage the power grid load, as well as to protect equipment within the power network from severe damages resulting from faulty HV lines.

• The Age of Digital Transformation

• IIoT’sTop 3 Challenges

• RAD’s Secure Industrial IoT Solution

• Edge Computing in IIoT

• Edge Computing vs. Cloud Computing

• Choosing the Best Virtualization Technology for IIoT

• Next Generation IoT Gateway

• Takeaways

Vendors like Alcatel Lucent, Telect, Tellabs, Nokia Siemens, Sycamore, Newbridge, Timeplex, and Telindus have either gone out of business or are retiring their channel banks, multiplexers, bandwidth managers, DTU equipment, and digital cross connect (DACS) platforms. However, many utility operational technology (OT) networks still rely heavily on legacy devices to deliver critical TDM and low-speed services.

A review of the performance requirements of utility Teleprotection systems and how these challenges are met in a packet switched environment.

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