Performance evaluation of a DVB-H enabled mobile device system model

Abstract

In this experience report, we present experiences we have gained in applying performance engineering techniques during the design of a DVB-H enabled handheld device. The modelling methodology we applied uses UML 2.0 to model the system following a strict separation of architectural and behavioural aspects of the systems. From sequence diagrams and composite structure diagrams, a queueing network is generated for the analysis of the system performance. The configuration of the hardware resources and the resource demands is done using the standard SPT-profile. We describe our implementation and its seamless integration into a UML 2.0 CASE tool. Finally, the paper outlines lessons learnt during the design process which may be used to enhance the methodology.