The book covers the evolution of National Public Safety Broadband Network (NPSBN): its planning, design of network and services, deployment, operations and enhancements. It contains the technical details of the NPSBN and services accessible to public safety personnel over a dedicated and secure LTE/5G network.
The need for a resilient and high-performance communication network is paramount in public safety, and the National Public Safety Broadband Network (NPSBN) stands at the forefront of this transformation. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security created the FirstNet Authority for the purpose of building and operating a nationwide public safety broadband network. Handbook of National Communication Networks for Public Safety: Next-Generation Advances traces the evolution of National Public Safety Broadband Network (NPSBN). It covers its planning, architecting/designing of network and services, deployment, and operations as well as enhancements to cover all states and territories of the United States. Other highlights covered in the book include:
- The FirstNet and National Public Safety Broadband Network (NPSBN) ecosystem
- The dedicated and secure public safety network for first responders
- Terrestrial and satellite based broadband network and services for public safety.
- 911 and location-based services
- Quality of service
- Cybersecurity
The book features technical details of the NPSBN and services. It explains how enhanced devices make the NPSBN accessible anywhere and anytime to public safety personnel over dedicated and secure LTE/5G networks. It discusses how public safety challenges differ from urban to rural areas, from mainland to US territories and from land to sea coverage. The book concludes with a look at future challenges and presents approaches for successful resolution of these issues.
I. Advent of FirstNet National Public Safety Broadband Network
1.
Driving Force for an Advanced National Public Safety Network
2. FirstNet
Authority - Organizational Structure
3. Public and Private Hand-Shake for
Public Safety NPSBN II. Evolution of National Public Safety Broadband Network
(NPSBN)
4. Charter, Strategies and Scope of NPSBN
5. The FNA National Public
Safety Broadband Network
6. NPSBN Radio Access Network (RAN)
7. PSBN Core
Network
8. NPSBN Transport Network
9. The FirstNet Services
10. NPSBN Quality
of Service and Performance
11. Satellite Networks and NPSBN Deployable
12.
NPSBN in the Caribbean Territories of Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands
13.
NPSBN in Pacific Territories
14. Rural Partners Networks and NPSBN
Interoperability
15. NPSBN Devices
16. The NPSBN Security and Data Privacy
17. FN Operations and Emergency Management III. NPSBN Future Innovations,
Opportunities and Challenges in Public Safety
18. NPSBN Operational
Innovations and Interoperability
Dr. Madhu S. Singh is an internationally recognized educator, innovator, and seasoned leader in public safety telecommunications, with a distinguished career spanning research, product management, program management and global consulting. As President of StarTech Global Consulting, he has spearheaded advancements in 4G/5G networks, ensuring robust emergency communication systems for first responders. His expertise in network security, compliance, and interoperability has played a pivotal role in shaping public safety broadband frameworks.
Madhu held leadership positions at AT&T, Verizon, and Bellcore/Telcordia and brings a wealth of hands-on experience in developing critical communication infrastructure. His academic credentials include a Ph.D. and masters degree in systems engineering, supplemented by a PMP certification and a Mini-MBA. A passionate advocate for public safety innovation, he has contributed to global standards and policies aimed at strengthening emergency response networks. His work bridges technical precision with strategic vision, making complex network architectures accessible to policymakers and industry professionals. Beyond his technical expertise,
Madhu is committed to educating future leaders, fostering collaboration between public safety agencies and technology sectors. Since 2012, he has been instrumental in architecting, developing, and deploying the National Public Safety Broadband Networks (NPSBN) utilizing the dedicated spectrum B-14 to enable first responders to have access to a secure network anywhere anytime. He also worked on expanding the NPSBN in rural areas across 50 states, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Island, and US territories in Guam, American Samos, and the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands.
His Handbook of National Communication Networks for Public Safety offers a comprehensive exploration of mission-critical communications. Through this work, he aims to empower first responders, industry experts, students and trainees with insights that enhance emergency response capabilities worldwide.
