Route Optimization & Handoff Control in Wireless ATM Networks

Abstract: A worldwide increasing demand for wireless communication services signals a new era for networks and their germane protocols. Wireless ATM is designed to provide high speed isochroous and asynchronous communications for users who may demand high-speed data communications along with audio and video conferencing capabilities is proposed as a solution for the provision of these services. This paper focuses on the evaluation of the impact of handoff and route optimization of such diverse traffic classes on network load, thus affecting performance and QoS. A simulation scheme of a WATM network is proposed, which in the implementation phase different handoff scenarios will be carried out and the results obtained will be reviewed to draw general conclusions. Key-words: Wireless ATM, Handoff Control, Route Optimization, Mobility and QoS 1