Abstract
Mobile ad hoc networks (MANETs) are useful in environment where fixed network infrastructure is unavailable. To function normally, MANETs demand an efficient and distributed medium access control (MAC) protocol. However, characteristics of MANETs such as radio link vulnerability, mobility, limited power pose great challenges on MAC design. This paper surveys the recent advances in MAC design for MANETs. We first identify the challenges that are facing MAC in MANETs. Then we discuss the proposed MAC schemes according to their design goals, focusing on some critical design issues, and tradeoffs. Finally, we point out some future research directions. Copyright © 2006 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 151-170 |
| Journal | Wireless Communications and Mobile Computing |
| Volume | 6 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - Mar 2006 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Bibliographical note
Publication details (e.g. title, author(s), publication statuses and dates) are captured on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis at the time of record harvesting from the data source. Suggestions for further amendments or supplementary information can be sent to [email protected].Research Keywords
- Energy-efficiency
- Fairness
- Medium access control (MAC)
- Mobile ad hoc networks (MANETs)
- Quality of service (QoS)