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PART I ABSTRACT (SUMMARY) #
EDPF/PRO/001 Date: Jan. 20, 1982
EXPERIMENTAL DISTRIBUTED PROCESSING FACILITY
PART I
ABSTRACT
(SUMMARY)
COMMANDER…01…US Army Communications-Electronics Command
Procurement Directorate - Research Development
Attn.: DRSEL-PC-TI-SD
CECOM OFFICE BUILDING
Fort Monmouth, New Jersey 07703
REQUEST FOR QUOTATION
SOLICITATION NUMBER DAAB 07-82-Q-JO11
Prepared By:
CHRISTIAN ROVSING A/S
Ballerup, Denmark
CHRISTIAN ROVSING A/S - 1982
"This data furnished in connection with Solicitation
No. ̲ ̲D̲A̲A̲B̲ ̲0̲7̲-̲8̲2̲-̲Q̲-̲J̲O̲1̲1̲ ̲ ̲ ̲, shall not be disclosed
outside Government and shall not be duplicated, used,
or disclosed in whole or in part for any purpose other
than to evaluate the quotation; p̲r̲o̲v̲i̲d̲e̲d̲, that if a
contract is awarded to this quoter as a result of or
in connection with the submission of this data, the
Government shall have the right to duplicate, use,
or disclose the data to the extent provided in the
contract. This restriction does not limit the Government's
right to use information contained in the data if it
is obtained from another source without restriction.
The data subject to this restriction is contained in
sheets ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲N̲/̲A̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲."
T̲A̲B̲L̲E̲ ̲O̲F̲ ̲C̲O̲N̲T̲E̲N̲T̲S̲
1 INTRODUCTION ..................................
3
1.1 BACKGROUND TO CECOM EDPF IMPLEMENTATION ...
3
2 INTRODUCTION TO THE CR80 COMPUTER FAMILIES ....
5
3 EDPF HARDWARE CONFIGURATION ..................
9
4 SOFTWARE CHARACTERISTICS ......................
15
4.1 DAMOS - CR80 SYSTEM SOFTWARE ..............
15
4.2 EDPF APPLICATION SOFTWARE .................
19
5 PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES .................
20
5.1 OVERALL EDPF PROJECT APPROACH .............
20
5.2 EDPF PROJECT MANAGMENT & ORGANIZATION .....
20
6 CORPORATE BACKGROUNDS .........................
25
6.1 CHRISTIAN ROVSING A/S .....................
25
7 PAST EXPERIENCE ...............................
29
7.1 CHRISTIAN ROVSING A/S .....................
29
7.1.1 Data Communications ...................
29
1̲ ̲ ̲I̲N̲T̲R̲O̲D̲U̲C̲T̲I̲O̲N̲
1.1 B̲A̲C̲K̲G̲R̲O̲U̲N̲D̲ ̲T̲O̲ ̲C̲E̲C̲O̲M̲ ̲E̲D̲P̲F̲ ̲I̲M̲P̲L̲E̲M̲E̲N̲T̲A̲T̲I̲O̲N̲
The decision to bid CECOM Experimental Distributed
Processing facility as Prime Contractor represents
a definite commitment on the part of Christian Rovsing
to devote its resources and technical talents to specialized
computer system applications.
For the past five or six years, a large percentage
of Christian Rovsing (CRA) resources has been devoted
towards advanced data communications systems. The company
has participated in several major programmes either
as prime contractor or principal sub-contractor. System
contracts awarded to the company are typically worth
several millions of dollars.
A considerable experience in the field of data communications
combined with our experience in the prime management
of large computer system projects provides a solid
basis for successful design and implementation of the
EDPF for CECOM.
An administratively distinct Project Office will be
established in the Systems Division of Christian Rovsing
to manage the EDPF.
Prime Contractor responsibility for major computer
systems, particularly for military customers such as
NATO-SHAPE, has demanded a professional approach to
turnkey project management with particular emphasis
on planning and documentation in all phases from system
design and development through production, integration,
installation, maintenance and training.
Many of our customers receive training at the company's
modern training facility in Ballerup.
Few companies have the combined engineering talent
and production facilities readily available as Christian
Rovsing.
The Electronics Division of CR is responsible for the
design and production of the company's "CR80 Computer"
product line.
Production facilities have recently been expanded to
incorporate production of the latest "CR80M" version
of the CR80. Improvements in technology and the demands
for more powerful and reliable computer architectures
with high growth potential have led to the introduction
of the CR80M. More than 200 CR80M systems are currently
on order from major customers such as NATO, ICL and
L.M. Ericsson.
The decision to bid as Prime Contractor is a top-level
company decision based on discussions with the marketing,
administrative, and technical staffs.
We believe that Christian Rovsing has the necessary
background for the successful design, implementation
and maintenance of the EDPF for CECOM.
2̲ ̲ ̲I̲N̲T̲R̲O̲D̲U̲C̲T̲I̲O̲N̲ ̲T̲O̲ ̲T̲H̲E̲ ̲C̲R̲8̲0̲ ̲C̲O̲M̲P̲U̲T̲E̲R̲ ̲F̲A̲M̲I̲L̲I̲E̲S̲ ̲(̲S̲O̲W̲ ̲1̲)̲
Several years of rapid computer technology evolution
have led to the development of the CR80 computer product
line at Christian Rovsing A/S. The computer families
are a collection of units architecturally structured
in an innovative way into powerful multiprocessor systems.
Through a high degree of parallelism and redundancy,
the configurations introduced herein offer nearly unlimited
operating power and outstanding system reliability.
From the outset, system architects at Christian Rovsing
recognized that micro-electronics was the driving force
behind modern computer technology. The CR80 systems
in the larger configurations, are competitive with
and challenge the power of large mainframes, but with
far superior operational characteristics and hereto
unrealizable advantages. The CR80 building-block modules
allow a system configuration flexibility previously
unachievable, this has led to the definition of the
CR80 Computer Family depicted in summary block diagrams
on the next page (figure III-2-1).
Arbitrarily, the CR80 family of computers has been
configured into standard computer models and given
simple acronyms. The CR80 standard models are called:
o MINI
o TWIN
o MAXIM
o FATOM
The model names are simple descriptors of the characteristic
features of each configuration which are listed below
the block diagrams in the figure.
As qualified above, system boundaries are arbitrary
and somewhat hard to define since they are truly non-existent.
The CR80 product line as such probably offers the most
versatile computer configurations in the industry.
Nevertheless for purposes of standardization, the CR80
systems cross through 4 smooth transition levels.
Fig. 2.1
The standard CR80 models are divided into two classes
- unmapped and mapped - supported respectively by the
AMOS and DAMOS software operating systems.
The unmapped systems include the
- CR80 MINI, a multiprocessor system with up to 4
CPU's and 256 K words of memory with an operating
range of 0,6 to 1,3 million instructions/second;
and the
- CR80 TWIN, a fully-dualized version of the MINI
with twin multiprocessors and a dual bused peripheral
subsystem.
The mapped systems include the
- CR80 MAXIM, a multiprocessor system with up to
5 CPU's and 16 megawords of memory with an operating
range of 0.6 to 2.0 million instructions/second
and a Data Channel with a megabyte/sec. transfer
rate interfacing up to 15 channel units for control
of up to 960 peripheral modules, and the
- CR80 FATOM, a fault-tolerant system comprised of
as many as 16 multiprocessors interconnected through
a 512 megabit message transport; each multiprocessor
has the same capabilities as a CR80 MAXIM with
256 megawords of memory and an operating range
up to 30 million instructions/second.
These standard configurations encompass a broad range
of physical characteristics to meet the requirements
of the smaller stand-alone user and those of the largest
multi-installation network applications. The four models
offer
- a 50:1 range in instruction execution rate varying
from 0.6 mips to 30 mips.
- a 1000:1 range in memory capacity from 512 K bytes
tii 512 megabytes.
- a 80:1 range in processing power utilizing one
CPU or up to 16 interconnected multiprocessors
with a maximum of 5 CPU's each.
- a 400:1 range in connectivity through Peripheral
controllers accommodating a variety of terminations
with as many as 960 peripherals or up to 4096 communication
lines.
Flexible variation is the size and structure of the
CR80 systems are permitted by the unusual degree of
hardware and software modularity. The hardware essentially
consists of fast transfer buses joined to each other
by adapters which allow units on one bus to access
those on another. Dualization as the internal level
and multiple redundancy at the system level provide
a CR80 hardware architecture which is exploited by
the DAMOS software operating system and programs to
survive operational failure of individual components.
Reliability, which is increasingly becoming of concern
in real-time and distributed network applications,
is achieved in the CR80 computer systems by applying
unique architectural concepts. The CR80 hardware/software
architecture treats all multiprocessors as equal elements
not absolutely dedicated to a specific role. Fault
tolerance and backup are achieved through an n+l redundance
scheme without preassignment of system functions to
specific processors. This is in marked contrast to
the more common rigid dualized configurations often
encountered in dedicated applications with on-line
master/slave arrangements, or off-line backup with
switchover facility.
The many functional and operation features inherent
in the CR80 computer system configurations presented
in this proposal go beyond the mere physical size variations
and expansion options. As a general introduction and
to orient these later detailed discussions, the highlights
of the CR80 Computer Family characteristics are presented
here.
The following list of highlights is not exhaustive.
Rather, it is meant to focus on those operational capabilities
meaningful to potential users in varied applications
such as private data networks, front-end processors,
data concentrators, multi-terminal systems, real-time
on-line systems, packet-switched networks or process
control.
3̲ ̲ ̲E̲D̲P̲F̲ ̲H̲A̲R̲D̲W̲A̲R̲E̲ ̲C̲O̲N̲F̲I̲G̲U̲R̲A̲T̲I̲O̲N̲ ̲(̲S̲O̲W̲ ̲4̲.̲1̲)̲
The three different computer configuration requested
by CECOM, i.e. a single processor, a dual processor
and a larger development system have been identified.
All three computers can be built from standard configurations
by only adding extra modules.
By using standard configurations, Christian Rovsing
A/S can offer CECOM utilization of standard integration
procedures and tthorough tested computers, which CECOM
will benefit from.
The different standard configurations and the flexibility
laid down in the CR80 computer family ensures that
no compromises regarding customer tailoring has to
be made. In fact the three different computers were
configured bottom up i.e. it was realized which computer
modules had to be included. Afterwards the CR80 handbook
was used to identify the standard configuration which
were closest to the requested configuration.
Christian Rovsing A/S proposes a CR80 as the development
system because this will unify the EDPF concept, and
because it is uncertain to Christian Rovsing A/S whether
the Ada compiler will be available at the VAX computer
in time for the project. If the VAX computer inclusion
is a preferred solution to CECOM and if the question
of Adas availability can be solved, Christian Rovsing
A/S is prepared to follow that direction. Christian
Rovsing A/S has used and are still using VAX computers
in other projects. If this option is pursuited Christian
Rovsing suggest that Christian Rovsing personel could
use the CECOM owned VAX computer at Fort Monmouth for
development of some application program if it is appropriate
for CECOM.
A brief description of the individual modules used
to configure a computer follows:
M̲e̲m̲o̲r̲y̲ ̲M̲a̲p̲p̲i̲n̲g̲ ̲M̲o̲d̲u̲l̲e̲ ̲(̲M̲A̲P̲)̲ provides addressing of
up to 16M words of virtual memory, demand paging and
a protection mechanism to prevent access from unauthorized
users.
C̲e̲n̲t̲r̲a̲l̲ ̲P̲r̲o̲c̲e̲s̲s̲o̲r̲ ̲U̲n̲i̲t̲ ̲(̲C̲P̲U̲)̲ is a general purpose processor
with 16 bits word length and a standard instruction
set of basic arithmetics, logic, transfer, and special
instruction inclusing bit, byte, word, and multiple
word manipulation. The Cache memory included on the
module minimizes the bus load and thereby insures that
the number of CPUs can be increased.
2̲5̲6̲K̲ ̲w̲o̲r̲d̲s̲ ̲w̲o̲r̲k̲i̲n̲g̲ ̲s̲t̲o̲r̲a̲g̲e̲ ̲(̲2̲5̲6̲K̲ ̲R̲A̲M̲)̲ included in the
basic processor Unit (PU) can be expanded by adding
modules of 128K words to the configuration.
D̲a̲t̲a̲ ̲C̲h̲a̲n̲n̲e̲l̲ ̲I̲n̲t̲e̲r̲f̲a̲c̲e̲ ̲(̲M̲I̲A̲)̲ interfaces the processor
unit via the flat cable data channel to the channel
unit. A maximum of 15 channel units can be connected
to the data channel.
P̲o̲w̲e̲r̲ ̲s̲u̲p̲p̲l̲y̲. One module is included, but if required
due to expansion of processor unit, an additional power
supply can be installed.
In a separate channel unit which is delivered with
power supply, transfer bus, and data channel interface
(CIA-A), communication processors and peripheral controllers
are installed.
The Processor Unit crate and the Channel Unit crate
will be assembled in a standard 19" rack, while the
TDX subsystem will be in an adjecent rack. See fig.
3-1 and 3-2.
Figure 3-1
figure 3-2
S̲i̲n̲g̲l̲e̲ ̲P̲r̲o̲c̲e̲s̲s̲o̲r̲ ̲N̲o̲d̲e̲ ̲C̲o̲m̲p̲u̲t̲e̲r̲
The single processor node computer configuration is
shown in fig. 3.3. It comprises two crates plus peripherals
like disk, VDU and printer.
The processing unit PU mainly contains one CPU with
CACHE, 2 128K words of memory, RAM plus a MAP module.
In addition it contains a suprabus/TDX-bus interface
STI. No extra modules are needed to be added to the
basic CR850/001 MAXIM COMPUTER IN THE PU CRATE.
The channel unit, CU mainly contains Line Termination
Units, which are communication processors and a disc
controller.
D̲u̲a̲l̲ ̲P̲r̲o̲c̲e̲s̲s̲o̲r̲ ̲N̲o̲d̲e̲ ̲C̲o̲m̲p̲u̲t̲e̲r̲
This configuration can be established by adding extra
modules to the single processor configuration.
T̲r̲i̲p̲p̲l̲e̲ ̲P̲r̲o̲c̲e̲s̲s̲o̲r̲ ̲C̲o̲m̲p̲u̲t̲e̲r̲
Also the development computer configuration will be
established by adding additional modules to the single
and dual processor configuration.
FIG. 3-3
4̲ ̲ ̲S̲O̲F̲T̲W̲A̲R̲E̲ ̲C̲H̲A̲R̲A̲C̲T̲E̲R̲I̲S̲T̲I̲C̲S̲
4.1 D̲A̲M̲O̲S̲ ̲-̲ ̲C̲R̲8̲0̲ ̲S̲Y̲S̲T̲E̲M̲ ̲S̲O̲F̲T̲W̲A̲R̲E̲
o DAMOS Standard System Software is divided into
- operational software
- support software
The CR80 Distributed Advanced Multi Processor Operating
system DAMOS is the standard operating system for memory
mapped CR80 systems.
DAMOS is divided into operational and support software
as defined overleaf.
DAMOS includes a virtual memory operating system kernel
for the mapped CR80 series of computers.
DAMOS fully supports the CR80 architecture which facilitates
fault tolerant computing based on hardware redundancy
and multiplexing. DAMOS supports a wide range of machines
from a single Processing Unit (PU) with 1 CPU and 128
K words of main memory, and up to a maximum configuration
with 16 PU's where each PU has 5 CPU's and 16.384 K
words of main memory and a virtually unlimited amount
of peripheral equipment including backing storage.
DAMOS is particularly suited for use in real time systems
but supports also other environments like software
development and batch. The main objectives fulfilled
in DAMOS are: high efficiency, flexibility, and secure
processing.
DAMOS is built as a hierarchy of modules, each performing
its own special task. The services offered by DAMOS
include CPU, PU, and memory management. Demand paging
is the basic memory scheduling mechanism, but process
swopping is also supported. Other levels of DAMOS
provide process management and interprocess communication,
basic device handling and higher level device handling
including handling of interactive terminals, communication
lines, and file structured backing storage devices.
DAMOS provides an operating system kernel which integrates
supervisory services for real time, interactive and
batchsystems. A comprehensive set of software development
tools is available under DAMOS. The languages overleaf
are presently available.
̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲
DAMOS
̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲
̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲
̲ ̲
OPERATIONAL SUPPORT
SOFTWARE SOFTWARE
̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲
̲ ̲
- Kernel
- resource management - terminal operating system
- directory functions - language processors
- process management - system generation software
- memory management - debugging facilities
- process communica- - utilities
tion
- device management - maintenance and diagnostic
programs
- device handling
- error processing
- real time clock
- PU management
- PU service
- transfer module
- Basic transport service
- Input/output system
- File Management
- Magtape Management
- Terminal Management
- Initialization
Fig. I-4-1…01…DAMOS Software Overview
- assembler
- SWELL, the CR80 system programing language
- Pascal
- Cobol
- Ada subset
The following languages are announced:
- Fortran 77
- Ada (all functions)
The DAMOS standard operational software is described
in this section. The description is divided into the
following areas:
- Overview of DAMOS
- Security,
which describes the general DAMOS approach to data
security
- Kernel,
which describes the DAMOS operating system kernel
components
- DAMOS Input/Output,
which describes the DAMOS standard interfaces to
peripheral I/O equipment, the DAMOS disk file management,
magnetic tape file management and terminal and
communication line management systems
- System initialization
The DAMOS standard support software
- terminal operating system
- programing languages
- system generation software
- debugging software
- utilities
- maintenance and diagnostics programs
4.2 E̲D̲P̲F̲ ̲A̲p̲p̲l̲i̲c̲a̲t̲i̲o̲n̲ ̲S̲o̲f̲t̲w̲a̲r̲e̲
In addition to system software, application software
is developed to implement the EDPF. This application
software is structured in accordance with the IS0 seven
layer model. The three lowest layers are for the transmission
programs, while the higher levels contains the communication
and application software.
In order to send military related message from one
terminal to another terminal message formats programs
will be developed.
A distributed database will be designed and implemented
to demonstrate how an information system distributed
over several computers can operate with high flexibility
and survivability characteristics.
A special network topology, which is well suited in
a military organization and which exhibits survivability
capabilites, has been developed for experimentation
purposes.
5̲ ̲ ̲P̲R̲O̲J̲E̲C̲T̲ ̲M̲A̲N̲A̲G̲E̲M̲E̲N̲T̲ ̲P̲R̲O̲C̲E̲D̲U̲R̲E̲S̲
5.1 O̲v̲e̲r̲a̲l̲l̲ ̲E̲D̲P̲F̲ ̲P̲r̲o̲j̲e̲c̲t̲ ̲A̲p̲p̲r̲o̲a̲c̲h̲
The capabilities of Christian Rovsing demonstrated
by its history of accomplishments will ensure the successful
development of the Experimental Distributed Processing
Facility.
This section contains the project management and implementation
approach for the proposed effort. The techniques to
be employed have been refined on previous projects.
The highlights of this approach include:
o Reliable, off-the-shelf equipment utilizing the
latest in technology.
o Effective management controls and reporting procedures.
o A realistic implementation and support plan to
ensure operational capability within schedule.
In describing its management and implementation plan,
Christian Rovsing has combined a total systems approach
with advanced business and financial techniques. This
approach ensures that the total scope of the effort
has been identified, defined, and analysed, and will
be responded to in accordance with the requirements
of the overall EDPF project. The effort is predicated
on the following facts:
a. Christian Rovsing management has identified the
EDPF project as a project of major significance.
As such, the company has dedicated all required
resources toward the successful acquisition and
completion of the contract.
b. Christian Rovsing has considerable industrial experience
in the management, design, development, fabrication,
and installation of advanced, online computer systems.
c. The work to be performed can be accomplished within
the proposed cost and delivery schedules.
d. Highly qualified personnel are available for the
conduct of the proposed effort.
e. Management and technical personnel continuity can
be achieved through all phases of the project.
f. The company can and will take advantage of the
management and technical skills, knowledge, and
experience gained on other related projects.
5.2 E̲D̲P̲F̲ ̲P̲R̲O̲J̲E̲C̲T̲ ̲M̲A̲N̲A̲G̲E̲M̲E̲N̲T̲ ̲&̲ ̲O̲R̲G̲A̲N̲I̲Z̲A̲T̲I̲O̲N̲
To ensure an orderly and timely project effort the
management and engineering team will be assembled,
at Christian Rovsing's facilities located in Ballerup,
Denmark. Opened in 1978, these modern facilities comprise
12,000 sq. metres - (128,500 sq. ft) of manufacturing,
integration & test, laboratory and office space.
A dedicated Project Office will be established within
the Systems Division - see Fig. I-5.2-1.
The EDPF Project Office will have total system responsibility,
cognizance, and control authority in order to coordinate
in-house activities and provide close liaison with
the customer throughout the duration of the project.
Overall direction for the EDPF project is to be provided
by an adiministratively distinct Project Office. It
will operate under a Project Manager whose sole responsibility
will be the management of the EDPF project. The Project
Manager will be the prime interface between Christian
Rovsing and CECOM.
The Project Manager will be supported by an Engineering
Manager, Operations Manager, and Logistics Manager.
Fig I-5.2-2 depicts the project management structure
and CECOM liaison which will be established at project
start up.
Within the supporting functional departments CECOM
activities will be assigned as project entities.
Since the EDPF project requires heavy technical emphasis,
especially in the early stages, the Engineering Manager
will be assigned to coordinate all engineering activities
and provide close liaison with CECOM on all technical
aspects of the Project. The Systems Engineering Manager
will direct the system hardware and software engineering
efforts, hold design reviews and report on status and
progress.
The equipment procurement, integration and quality
control will be planned and monitored by the Operation
Manager. He will be supported by in-house technical
staff.
The site installations, provisioning, documentation,
training and field support aspects of the EDPF will
be planned and coordinated by the Logistics Manager
supported by the Logistics Support staff of Christian
Rovsing.
The Project Office will establish the baseline for
work breakdowns, specifications, schedules and budgets;
it will monitor variances and initiate corrective action.
The management control provided internally and closely
coordinated with CECOM will ensure a successful design
and implementation of the Experimental Distributed
Processing Facility.
Fig. I-5.2-1…86…1 …02… …02… …02… …02…
Fig. I-5.2-2…01…EDPF MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE & CECOM LIAISON
6̲ ̲ ̲C̲O̲R̲P̲O̲R̲A̲T̲E̲ ̲B̲A̲C̲K̲G̲R̲O̲U̲N̲D̲S̲
6.1 C̲H̲R̲I̲S̲T̲I̲A̲N̲ ̲R̲O̲V̲S̲I̲N̲G̲ ̲A̲/̲S̲
Christian Rovsing is Denmark's fastest growing high-technology
computer and aerospace electronics company. Founded
18 years ago, Christian Rovsing and its subsidiaries
currently employ over 600 people.
In recent years, the company's growth rate has approached
30% annually, due in large measure to its advanced,
high-technology "CR80 Computer" product line and the
excellence of its design systems-orientated technical
staff. The corporate history and organization are described
in chapter 3.5 of this volume.
Christian Rovsing corporate facilities and divisional
organization were expanded and restructured in 1979
to handle the development and implementation of specialised
military and commercial computer systems.
Today, Christian Rovsing stands as one of Europe's
leading computer systems houses, capable of taking
responsibilty of all aspects of hardware/software projects,
from concept through implementation to final acceptance.
Facilities are located in suburban Copenhagen at three
locations - Ballerup,Herlev, and Valby. The administration
and general management are located at the Ballerup
facility.
Christian Rovsing excluding subsidiaries currently
employ approximately 500 people, many of whom are highly
educated engineers and skilled technicians.
Fig. I-6-1
Fig. I-6-2
The company is presently organized in three divisions:
o Electronics Division
o Systems Division
o Data Processing Division
The overall company organization including subsidiaries
is depicted in fig. I-6-1.
The company's past and projected growth rate are illustrated
in fig. I-6-2.
7̲ ̲ ̲P̲A̲S̲T̲ ̲E̲X̲P̲E̲R̲I̲E̲N̲C̲E̲
7.1 C̲H̲R̲I̲S̲T̲I̲A̲N̲ ̲R̲O̲V̲S̲I̲N̲G̲ ̲A̲/̲S̲
Christian Rovsing has consiberable experience in the
field of data communication, reliable and flexible
systems and also in the prime management of large computer
system projects which will be applied to the successful
implementation of the Experimental Distributed Processing
Facility for CECOM.
The purpose of this chapter is to present the past
experience of Christian Rovsing pertinent to our selection
as Prime Contractor for the CECOM project.
The presentation deals with the special skills and
know-how which the company has developed over the last
5 or 6 years within the field of data communication
and which we believe are vital for a proper understanding
of the project.
Sufficient information is included to demonstrate that
Christian Rovsing has the necessary technical desciplines
and management expertise to design and implement the
Experimental Distributed Processing Facility.
In short, Christian Rovsing has now acquired extensive
experience in the design, development and implementation
of advanced, communications computer systems.
7.1.1 D̲a̲t̲a̲ ̲C̲o̲m̲m̲u̲n̲i̲c̲a̲t̲i̲o̲n̲s̲
Christian Rovsing has gained significant experience
in computerised telecommunication and data switching
networks which places it among the top ranking European
companies in this field.
We believe that we have available exceptional professional
talent totally dedicated to advanced computerised information
techniques. Furthermore, the company excels in applying
current technology to modular equipment design. It
has no outdated product lines to support, its hardware
is not 1960 vintage but second-generation LSI technology.
Systems are configured around the company's "CR80 Computer"
which has proven itself particularly well suited to
this type of application.
System contracts awarded to the company on a Prime
Contractor or Principal Sub-contractor basis are typically
worth several millions of Dollars. Administratively
distinct Project Offices are formed within the company
to manage these large programmes.
Six of these programmes, NICS-TARE, FIKS, CAMPS, LME-NET,
Ada Compiler Project and HAWK are presented in the
following pages.
Successful participation in these programmes as prime
or sub-contractor has broadened the company's resources.
The high degree of reliability, security, efficiency
and operational performance which these projects demand
is met by applying up-to-date technology, specialised
engineering expertise, and sophisticated data communications
techniques.
Christian Rovsing was principal Sub-contractor to Litton
Data Systems Inc. for the NICS-TARE programme and is
Prime Contractor for the FIKS, CAMPS and LME-NET programmes.
The FIKS network will be installed at the customer's
8 sites throughout 1982 under the direction of the
Integrated Logistics Support Department of the System
Division.
The CAMPS programme with a contract value of $ 30 Mio.
before options is the largest, single computer systems
contract ever to be awarded to a Danish electronics
company. The system is based on the latest version
of the company's successful "CR80 Computer" product
line. The CAMPS project team has successfully completed
the system design phase and is moving into the implementation
phase. The installation phase will involve 16 separate
sites located throughout Europe. The CAMPS programme
involves the fullfillment of strict TEMPEST requirements.
The LME-NET programme is delivered in several phases.
Phase 1 provides a network centre with interfaces
to IBM and UNIVAC mainframe computers, and 10 switching
nodes forming a network covering Europe. The network
will follow international standards for packet switch
data networks, as defined by CCITT in the recommendation
X.25. This phase will be completed by June 1982.
Later phases will provide facilities like multiple
network control centres, satellite links to remote
nodes, interfacing to other makes of mainframe computers
and support of facsimile and voice transmission.
The Ada Compiles Development Project is part of a larger
project which addresses the construction of an entire
programming environment including an Ada cumputer.
The programming environment will conform to the Stoneman
specifications from the U.S. Department of Defense.
The total environment system is financed by the Commission
of the European Community with a grant of 3.2 million
US $, which corresponds to 50% of the total development
costs. The remaining development costs are covered
by the participating companies and various official
sources and funds.
In the HAWK project Christian Rovsing developed and
produces converters which makes it possible to communicate
between the HAWK BATTERIES AND THE Battery Operation
Control in a muck more powerfull way than originally.
A summary of the company's overall experience in data
communication systems is presented overleaf in figure
III-2.1.1-1, and on the following page are listed those
communication disciplines in which the company has
considerable expertise.
Much of the extensive management and technical experience
which Christian Rovsing has acquired in message switching
and data communication projects are directly applicable
to the EDPF project.
The company's overall exposure to major computer system
discipline assures its ability to perform a technically
responsive project.
Fig. I-7.1.1-1…01…Data Communication Experience
