ET4388 Ad-hoc networks
Ad-hoc networks are formed in situations where mobile computing devices require networking applications when a fixed network infrastructure is not available or not preferred to be used. In such cases, mobile devices may possibly set up an ad hoc network themselves. Ad-hoc networks are decentralized, self-organizing networks and are capable of forming a communication network without relying on any fixed infrastructure. Ad-hoc networks form a relatively new field of research. In this lecture, besides general introduction to ad-hoc networks and their applications, we will focus on state-of-the-art methods and technologies for forming an ad-hoc network and maintaining its stability despite the dynamics of the network.
The course covers positioning, topology and propagation models, connectivity theorems, MAC protocols, self-organization and routing.
By the end of this course students should be able to
- Describe the working principles of medium access control protocols for ad-hoc networks
- Explain the working principles, advantages and disadvantages of different classes of routing protocols for ad-hoc networks
- Classify the security threats and methods to resolve security issues in ad-hoc networks.
- Choose various components to form a coherent ad hoc networking architecture
- Develop a simulator to evaluate the MAC and routing protocols for ad hoc networks
- Assess the suitability of ad-hoc networks for different communication needs and scenarios.
Teachers
Venkatesha Prasad
Last modified: 2023-11-03
Details
Credits: | 5 EC |
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Period: | 3/0/0/0 (not running) |
Contact: | Venkatesha Prasad |