Isabel V. Martin-Faus , Leticia Lemus Cárdenas , Ahmad Mohamad Mezher , Mónica Aguilar Igartua
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Abstract
Analyzing vehicular ad hoc networks (VANETs) poses a considerable challenge due to their constantly changing network topology and scarce network resources. Furthermore, defining suitable routing metrics for adaptive algorithms is a particularly hard task since these adaptive decisions should be taken according to the current conditions of the VANET. The literature contains different approaches aimed at optimizing the usage of wireless network resources. In a previous study, we introduced an analytical model based on a straightforward Markov reward chain (MRC) to capture transient measurements of the idle time of the link formed between two VANET nodes, which we denote as . This current study focuses on modeling and analyzing the influence of on adaptive decision mechanisms. Leveraging our MRC models, we have derived a concise equation to compute . This equation provides a quick evaluation of , facilitating quick adaptive routing decisions that align with the current VANET conditions. We have integrated our evaluation into multihop routing protocols. We specifically compare performance results of the 3MRP protocol with an enhanced version, I3MRP, which incorporates our metric. Simulation results demonstrate that integrating as a decision metric in the routing protocol enhances the performance of VANETs in terms of packet losses, packet delay, and throughput. The findings consistently indicate that I3MRP outperforms 3MRP by up to 50% in various scenarios across high, medium, and low vehicular densities.
期刊介绍:
Vehicular communications is a growing area of communications between vehicles and including roadside communication infrastructure. Advances in wireless communications are making possible sharing of information through real time communications between vehicles and infrastructure. This has led to applications to increase safety of vehicles and communication between passengers and the Internet. Standardization efforts on vehicular communication are also underway to make vehicular transportation safer, greener and easier.
The aim of the journal is to publish high quality peer–reviewed papers in the area of vehicular communications. The scope encompasses all types of communications involving vehicles, including vehicle–to–vehicle and vehicle–to–infrastructure. The scope includes (but not limited to) the following topics related to vehicular communications:
Vehicle to vehicle and vehicle to infrastructure communications
Channel modelling, modulating and coding
Congestion Control and scalability issues
Protocol design, testing and verification
Routing in vehicular networks
Security issues and countermeasures
Deployment and field testing
Reducing energy consumption and enhancing safety of vehicles
Wireless in–car networks
Data collection and dissemination methods
Mobility and handover issues
Safety and driver assistance applications
UAV
Underwater communications
Autonomous cooperative driving
Social networks
Internet of vehicles
Standardization of protocols.