Huixiang Yi

Abstract

Recently there has been a rapid growth of research interests in Mobile Ad-hoc Networks (MANETs). Their infrastructureless and dynamic nature demands that new strategies be implemented on a robust wireless communication platform in order to provide efficient end-to-end communication. Many routing algorithms have been developed to serve this purpose. This thesis investigated Multi-Meshed Tree (MMT) algorithm, an integrated solution that combines routing, clustering and medium access control operations based on a common "multi-meshed tree" concept. It provides the robustness and redundancy inherent in mesh topologies and uses the tree branches to deliver packets. MMT is the first of its kind that enables a single algorithm to form multiple proactive routes within a cluster while supporting reactive routes between different clusters. Recent published research and simulations have shown its favorable features and results. To explore the MMT algorithm's novel feature in real systems against simulation work, this work adopts Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGA) as the platform for wireless system implementations. Full hardware and various System-on-Chip Hardware-Software designs are developed and studied, providing a design practice that contributes to low-cost system development in the field of MANET by utilizing the evolving FPGA technology. The results show that the MMT-based systems functioned accurately and effectively; in all proposed test scenarios they demonstrated many of the features that a desired MANET routing algorithm should have: high transmission success rate, low latency, scalability, few queued packets and low overhead. The results give valuable insights into the MMT algorithm's performance and facilitate its future improvements.

Library of Congress Subject Headings

Ad hoc networks (Computer networks)--Design and construction; Computer algorithms--Evaluation; Routing protocols (Computer network protocols)

Publication Date

2-1-2013

Document Type

Thesis

Department, Program, or Center

Computer Engineering (KGCOE)

Advisor

Lukowiak, Marcin

Advisor/Committee Member

Shenoy, Nirmala

Advisor/Committee Member

Kwasinski, Andres

Comments

Note: imported from RIT’s Digital Media Library running on DSpace to RIT Scholar Works. Physical copy available through RIT's The Wallace Library at: TK5105.77 .Y5 2013

Campus

RIT – Main Campus

Plan Codes

CMPE-MS

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