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.

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Last modified: 2023-11-03