Metrological support of methods of rate and throughput measurements in packet data networks: problems and development prospects

Abstract

The main problems of metrological support of speed and throughput measurements in digital packet data networks are considered. The measures for performing data rate measurements are listed. Various ways of ensuring traceability of digital information transmission rate meters are proposed, such as modernization of the existing GET 200-2012, development of the primary reference method of speed measurements and creation of a local verification scheme for digital information transmission rate measurements. Recommendations on the implementation of the chosen method of ensuring traceability of data rate meters and throughput of communication channels are given. The proposed approaches can be applied in the Metrology of digital communication systems.