Interoperable Security, Routing and Quality of Service for Ad-Hoc Network Mobility
Abstract
The integration of various network-level functions, including routing, management, and security, is critical to the efficient operation of a mobile ad hoc network (MANET). This paper focuses on network mobility, implying the movement of entire subnetworks with respect to one another, while individual users initially associated with one such subnetwork may also move to other domains. One example is a battlefield network that includes ships, aircraft, and ground troops. In this "network of networks," subnets (e.g., shipboard networks) may be interconnected via a terrestrial mobile wireless network (e.g., between moving ships). We discuss the design and implementation of a new ad hoc routing protocol, a suite of solutions for policy-based network management, and approaches for key management and deployment of IPsec in a MANET. These solutions are integrated with real-time middleware, a secure radio link, and a topology monitoring tool. We briefly describe each component of the solution and focus on the challenges and approaches to integrating these components into a cohesive system to support network mobility. We evaluate the effectiveness of the system through experiments conducted in a wireless ad hoc testbed.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA521170
Entities
People
- George C. Hadjichristofi
- Jahng S. Park
- Kaustubh S. Phanse
- Luiz A. Dasilva
- Nathaniel J. Davis
- Scott F. Midkiff
- Tao Lin
Organizations
- Virginia Tech