Unlocking the Power of OPNET Modeler

For fast, easy modeling, this practical guide provides all the essential information you need to know. A wide range of topics is covered, including custom protocols, programming in C++, External Model Access (EMA) modeling and co-simulation with external systems, giving you the guidance not provided in the OPNET documentation. A set of high-level wrapper APIs is also included to simplify programming custom OPNET models, whether you are a newcomer to OPNET or an experienced user needing to model efficiently. From the basic to the advanced, you will find topics are easy to follow with theory kept to a minimum, many practical tips and answers to frequently asked questions spread throughout the book and numerous step-by-step case studies and real-world network scenarios included.Part I. Preparation for OPNET Modelling: 1. Introduction; 2. Installation of OPNET Modeler and setting up environments; 3. OPNET Modeler interface; Part II. Modelling Custom Networks and Protocols: 4. OPNET programming interfaces; 5. Creating custom models by using OPNET API packages; 6. High level wrapper APIs; 7. Create custom models by using high level wrapper APIs; Part III. Modelling and Modifying Standard Networks and Protocols: 8. Modelling standard wired networks and protocols; 9. Modelling standard wireless networks and protocols; 10. Principles and rules for modifying standard models; Part IV. OPNET Modelling Facilities: 11. Debugging models with OPNET debugger (ODB) and other source-level debuggers; 12. OPNET programming in C++; 13. Hybrid simulation and analytical simulation; 14. External model access (EMA) capabilities in OPNET Modeler; 15. OPNET co-simulation with third party programs; 16. Model authoring and security.