Introducing ICARUS – The Cutting-Edge Telecommunications Laboratory

Larisa, 19.2.2014

POLYTECH is thrilled to announce the launch of ICARUS, a fully integrated and state-of-the-art Telecommunications Laboratory designed to provide advanced training for Communication Technicians and Engineers. ICARUS offers a comprehensive, compact, and modern solution for learning about the latest advancements in Digital Telecommunications.

ICARUS is the most complete digital telecommunications lab available today, consisting of three key modules:

  1. ICARUS Multimode Digital Telecom Node
  2. ICARUS Network Control & Monitor Software
  3. ICARUS EDS Educational Software Application

These modules come together to form a powerful training platform where students can configure and operate all types of modern digital communication networks, including Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, routers, switches, bridges, wireless LAN, and mobile networks (GSM, 3G, and 4G). Multiple ICARUS nodes can be interconnected to simulate various LAN, WAN, or Mobile Antenna WAN networks, providing an ideal test-bed for students to perform real-world experiments.

Key Features of ICARUS

  • User-Configurable Modes: Each ICARUS node can be set up as a LAN Router, Switch, Bridge, or a Wireless LAN/WAN router operating on different frequencies (2.8 GHz or 5.0 GHz).
  • ICARUS IDEA (Integrated Digital Educational Application): This Computer-Assisted Instruction (CAI) system allows students to perform all their tasks and classroom interactions via a PC. It comes in two levels and helps students become familiar with widely-used network architectures, protocols, and mechanisms.
  • Emphasis on Practical Training: ICARUS provides hands-on experience, focusing on the real-world challenges of network operation and management, making it an essential tool for anyone entering the field of telecommunications.

Subjects Covered by ICARUS IDEA:

  • TCP/IP and Networks
  • Single LAN, Switches, and Bridges
  • Network Routing
  • UDP and Multicasting
  • HTTP / DHCP / NTP
  • NAT / IP Tables / Firewalls
  • Structured Cabling / UTP Fiber Optics Installations
  • Wireless WAN / LAN – WiFi, IEEE 802.11, Bluetooth, Broadband, WiMax & LTE
  • Voice over IP (VoIP)
  • QoS (Quality of Service)
  • Multi-Cell Wireless Networks

A Complete Educational Solution

ICARUS is not just a telecommunications lab; it’s a comprehensive learning platform designed to prepare students for the demands of the modern digital telecommunications industry. From network configuration to protocol management, ICARUS provides students with the knowledge and hands-on skills they need to thrive in this fast-evolving field.

Stay ahead of the curve with ICARUS – the future of digital telecommunications training!