A Method of Protocol-Aware Multi-tone Sweep Jamming
https://doi.org/10.15514/ISPRAS-2024-36(3)-19
Abstract
This article extensively reviews radio wave jamming methods, focusing on their application to disrupt drone signals. It explores the evolution of these techniques, from basic noise-based methods to more advanced systems that target specific communication protocols. The article analyzes key jamming types such as barrage, tone, sweep, and protocol-aware jamming for their mechanisms and efficacy. Each type is discussed in terms of its operational principles, benefits, and limitations, offering a comprehensive understanding of the impact these methods have on drone communications. The review also discusses contemporary counter-jamming strategies, such as frequency hopping, which are increasingly being used to enhance the resilience of drone systems against interference. In addition, the article emphasizes the significant role of software-defined radio (SDR) systems in developing and improving effective drone communication jamming solutions. The flexibility of SDR technology allows for the dynamic adaptation of jamming techniques, making it an important area of research. We aim to improve understanding of SDR-based jamming methods and their practical application by combining theoretical studies with hands-on experiments.
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Supporting agencies: This work was supported by the Science Committee of RA (Research projects № 23AA-1B009)
About the Authors
Heghine GRIGORYAN
Russian-Armenian University
Armenia
Armenia
Received her Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Applied Mathematics from the National Polytechnic University of Armenia in 2022. She earned her Master's degree in Intelligent Systems and Robotics from the Russian-Armenian University in 2024. She is also a researcher at the Center for Advanced Software Technologies (CAST). Her research interests include UAV communications and wireless communication systems.
Lilia KIRAKOSYAN
Russian-Armenian University
Armenia
Armenia
Received her Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Applied Mathematics from the Russian-Armenian University in 2021. In 2023, she earned her Master's degree in Intelligent Systems and Robotics from the Russian-Armenian University. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Mathematical and Software Support for Computing Machines, Complexes, and Computer Networks at the Russian-Armenian University. She is also a researcher at the Center for Advanced Software Technologies (CAST). Her research interests include UAVs, radio communication systems, communication systems for UAVs, and software-defined radio systems.
Sevak SARGSYAN
Russian-Armenian University
Armenia
Armenia
Received his B. Sci. and M. Sci. degrees in informatics and applied mathematics from Yerevan State University, Armenia, in 2010 and 2012, respectively. He later in 2016 obtained his Cand. Sci. (Phys.-Math.) degree in mathematical and software support for computing machines, complexes, and computer networks from the Ivannikov Institute for System Programming of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Presently he serves as the head of the system programming department at Russian-Armenian University, Armenia. His research interests include compiler technologies, software security, and software testing.
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GRIGORYAN H., KIRAKOSYAN L., SARGSYAN S. A Method of Protocol-Aware Multi-tone Sweep Jamming. Proceedings of the Institute for System Programming of the RAS (Proceedings of ISP RAS). 2024;36(3):273-282. https://doi.org/10.15514/ISPRAS-2024-36(3)-19
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