This clearly-written and
practically-focused textbook/reference reviews the fundamental theory, varied
applications, and latest breakthroughs in Delay Tolerant Networks (DTNs).
Presenting a specific focus on Opportunistic Mobile Networks (OMNs), the text
carefully considers the influence of human aspects, and examines emerging forms
of inter-node cooperation. Readers will learn how to master protocol
development and testing, overcome issues of non-cooperative behavior, and
address heterogeneity in OMNs and other networks.
Topics and features:
- Contains review terms, study exercises and programming
exercises in each chapter, with the solutions and source code available at
an associated website
- Introduces the fundamentals of DTNs, covering OMNs,
Pocket Switched Networks (PSNs), and Mission-Oriented Opportunistic
Networks (MOONs)
- Describes the Opportunistic Network Environment (ONE)
simulator, explaining how to set up a simulation project using NetBeans,
and the version control software Git
- Provides detailed insights into the development and
testing of protocols, together with a set of best practices for increased
productivity and optimized performance
- Examines human aspects in the context of communication
networks, from human-centric applications to the impact of emotion on
human-network interplay
- Proposes various schemes for inter-node cooperation in
DTNs/OMNs, including incentive-based and game theoretic approaches, as
well as the DISCUSS scheme
- Presents a detailed discussion on aspects of
heterogeneity in DTNs, and a comprehensive review of the latest research
on DTNs/OMNs
Students and instructors
will find this easy-to-follow work to be ideally suitable as a textbook for
introductory courses on OMNs and advanced courses on communication networks.
Researchers will be greatly interested in the descriptions of state-of-the-art
developments in OMNs, wireless sensor, and ad hoc networks. Practitioners
developing real-world applications will also benefit from the coverage of
relevant technical specifications and patents.
