WWRF/WG4/Ad-hoc Networking -Subgroup White Paper

Ad-hoc networks are formed by users or devices wishing to communicate, without necessity for the help or existence of any infrastructure or centralised administration. Each node has a wireless access interface (Bluetooth, WLAN, HiperLAN2, UWB, etc.) and is free to enter or leave the network at any time. Due to the limited range of a node’s wireless interface, multiple hops may be needed for communication. Ad-hoc networks can function as standalone networks meeting direct communication needs of their users, or as an addition to infrastructure based networks to extend or enhance their coverage. Ad-hoc communication becomes a viable solution especially in situations of missing or incomplete network. Applications of ad-hoc communication include sensor networks, commercial and educational use, emergency cases and military communication. Ad-hoc networks have attracted a lot of attention in the research community over the last couple of years. Research issues cover many different areas and multidisciplinary expertise is required to tackle these problems. In this paper an overview of research activities and issues in this area is given. Some of the current solutions along with open issues are presented.

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