Theoretical models for opportunistic networks

Start Page
61
End Page
79
Citation
in: Opportunistic Networks by Anna Förster, Pietro Manzoni, Enrique Hernández Orallo, Koojana Kuladinithi, Asanga Udugama: 61-79 (2024)
Publisher DOI
10.1007/978-3-031-47866-6_5
Scopus ID
2-s2.0-105006860220
ISBN
978-3-031-47866-6
978-3-031-47865-9
978-3-031-47867-3
978-3-031-47868-0
In this chapter, we detail how to use theoretical modeling in opportunistic networks (OppNets) using mathematical and computational methods to analyze their behavior. The models, though simplified representations of reality, help researchers predict network performance under different conditions and gain insights into network behavior. Particularly, we introduce Markov Chain Models and Compartmental Models, which have been extensively used to evaluate message diffusion in OppNets.
Subjects
Analytical models | Compartmental models | Epidemic model | Markov chains | Opportunistic networks | Performance evaluation | Population processes
DDC Class
600: Technology