Entire network load-aware cooperative routing algorithm for video streaming over mobile ad hoc networks

Abstract

In this paper, we present an entire network load-aware cooperative routing algorithm based on IEEE 802.11 multi-rate for video streaming over mobile ad hoc networks. The proposed routing algorithm is designed to minimize the consumed time slots while guaranteeing the required time slots at all the pairs of adjacent nodes over the route and the contention neighbors of these nodes to support the route. Furthermore, the proposed routing algorithm can distribute the network loads well over the entire network. This technology is essential because video streaming applications require stringent quality of service and even larger network resources compared with traditional data services, and these demands may dramatically increase the entire network load and/or cause network congestion. Finally, experimental results are provided to show a performance of the proposed routing algorithm. Copyright (C) 2011 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.