Simulation of the multi-node Open Access Same-Time Information System

The paper describes a Web based simulator of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) mandated Open Access Same-Time Information System (OASIS) network. The purpose of the simulator is to provide a tool for study of the various aspects of an OASIS network and to gain a strong intuitive feel for its operations. For a specified simulation period, the OASISNET simulator reproduces an OASIS network of multiple nodes using the same communications medium as the actual system, the Internet, and with multiple players using the simulator simultaneously. Salient features of the simulator are its modular architecture, the ability to simulate multi node OASIS network operations and to accept simultaneous access from remote users through use of client/server technology. The simulation focuses on the dissemination and use of the available transmission capability information. Sample applications of the new simulator are discussed.