中文摘要：

为满足基于无线网络的船舶航向保持控制研究的需要，同时针对无线网络控制的仿真研究通常采用软件模拟，而软件模拟未考虑无线网络实际中的不确定性，仿真存在局限性的问题，设计一套基于现实的通用分组无线服务技术（GeneralPacketRadioService，GPRS）和ZigBee无线网络的近海或内河船舶航向保持控制仿真平台。仿真结果表明，该平台的无线网络传输数据稳定，航向保持控制性能良好。

英文摘要：

A simulation platform based on GPRS （ General Packet Radio Service ） and ZigBee network is designed for the development of the wireless network based river-to-sea ship course-keeping control. This platform provides a physically realistic test environment for control system development rather than pure computer simulations commonly used. The test results demonstrates the merit of the platform： steady transmission and satisfactory performance.