Delay and Disruption Tolerant Networks: Interplanetary and Earth-Bound -- Architecture, Protocols, and Applications

ISBN: 0367571145

Author: Pereira da Silva, Aloizio

Condition: New

Delay- and Disruption Tolerant Networks (DTNs) are networks subject to arbitrarily long-lived disruptions in connectivity and therefore cannot guarantee end-to-end connectivity at all times. Consequently DTNs called for novel core networking protocols since most existing Internet protocols rely on the networks ability to maintain end-to-end communication between participating nodes. This book presents the fundamental principles that underline DTNs. It explains the state-of-the-art on DTNs, their architecture, protocols, and applications. It also explores DTNs future technological trends and applications. Its main goal is to serve as a reference for researchers and practitioners.