Network Layer Analysis and Design for Broadband Integrated Networks

9404689 Anantharam该项目涉及下一代通信网络的建模、分析和设计方面的基础研究。具体项目包括：1)调查最近提出的用于突发业务的一类模型，特别强调由这种业务驱动的队列的行为；2)开发一种新的、基于博弈论的方法来优化网元处的控制和资源分配策略；3)使用定时信息在高噪声的异步数据链路上进行通信；以及4)研究分组交换和电路交换网络中的稳定性问题和主要静止状态的特征。研究将使用随机模型和来自随机过程理论、随机博弈论、大偏差理论和信息论的一系列数学工具。成功完成拟议的研究将有助于更好地了解下一代网络的特点，并将为在设计备选方案中进行知情选择提供技术。研究的几个部分将为网络设计的不同方面提供规范的方法。***

9404689 Anantharam This project involves fundamental research in the modelling, analysis, and design of the next generation of communication networks. Specific projects include: 1) the investigation of recently proposed classes of models for bursty traffic with particular emphasis on the behavior of queues driven by such traffic; 2) the development of a novel, game theory based approach to the optimal design of control and resource allocation strategies at network elements; 3) the use of timing information to communicate over highly noisy asynchronous data links; and 4) the investigation of stability questions and characterizations of the dominant stationary regimes in packet switched and circuit switched networks. The research will use stochastic models and a range of mathematical tools from the theory of stochastic processes, stochastic game theory, large deviations theory, and information theory. Successful completion of the proposed research would lead to an enhanced understanding of the characteristics of the next generation of networks, and will provide techniques for informed choice among design alternatives. Several parts of the research will lead to prescriptive methodologies for different aspects of network design. ***