SensorNet 3 Requirements Document: Container Transportation Security Network

The SensorNet I: Transportation and Security SensorNet (TSSN) project implemented an architecture for monitoring the security of Intermodal Containers being shipped by rail. SensorNet II implemented a mechanism for verified handoff of Intermodal Containers between shippers using the architecture of SensorNet I. The lessons learned from the SensorNet I and SensorNet II projects identified several aspects of the software, hardware and deployment that should be improved. In addition, the areas of RF communication and sensor power require further study. SensorNet I focused on the Rail Shipping domain, the challenges of the RF communication, networking, power management and security of the trucking, shipping and sorting yard venues that intermodal shipping containers pass through are an area for additional study. A next generation SensorNet is proposed to address the lessons learned and study the issues revealed by SensorNet I and SensorNet II.

• Corporate Authors:

  University of Kansas, Lawrence

  Information and Telecommunication Technology
  Lawrence, KS  United States  66045
• Authors:
  • Searl, L S
  • Komp, E
  • DePardo, D
  • Deavours, D
  • Kuehnhausen, M
• Publication Date: 2011-1

Language

• English

Media Info

• Media Type: Print
• Pagination: 34p

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Communication systems; Container terminals; Containers; Freight security; Freight traffic; Freight trains; Intermodal terminals; Intermodal transportation; Radio frequency; Security; Shipping; Trucking
• Subject Areas: Freight Transportation; Railroads; Security and Emergencies;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01341103
• Record Type: Publication
• Report/Paper Numbers: ITTC-FY2011-TR-47750-10
• Contract Numbers: N00014-07-1-1042
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: May 26 2011 2:43PM