Heterogeneous V2V Communications in Multi-Link and Multi-RAT Vehicular Networks

Connected and automated vehicles will enable advanced traffic safety and efficiency applications thanks to the dynamic exchange of information between vehicles, and between vehicles and infrastructure nodes. Connected vehicles can utilize IEEE 802.11p for vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) and vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) communications. However, a widespread deployment of connected vehicles and the introduction of connected automated driving applications will notably increase the bandwidth and scalability requirements of vehicular networks. This paper proposes to address these challenges through the adoption of heterogeneous V2V communications in multi-link and multi-RAT vehicular networks. In particular, the paper proposes the first distributed (and decentralized) context-aware heterogeneous V2V communications algorithm that is technology and application agnostic, and that allows each vehicle to autonomously and dynamically select its communications technology taking into account its application requirements and the communication context conditions. This study demonstrates the potential of heterogeneous V2V communications, and the capability of the proposed algorithm to satisfy the vehicles' application requirements while approaching the estimated upper bound network capacity

A survey on vehicular communication for cooperative truck platooning application

Platooning is an application where a group of vehicles move one after each other in close proximity, acting jointly as a single physical system. The scope of platooning is to improve safety, reduce fuel consumption, and increase road use efficiency. Even if conceived several decades ago as a concept, based on the new progress in automation and vehicular networking platooning has attracted particular attention in the latest years and is expected to become of common implementation in the next future, at least for trucks.The platoon system is the result of a combination of multiple disciplines, from transportation, to automation, to electronics, to telecommunications. In this survey, we consider the platooning, and more specifically the platooning of trucks, from the point of view of wireless communications. Wireless communications are indeed a key element, since they allow the information to propagate within the convoy with an almost negligible delay and really making all vehicles acting as one. Scope of this paper is to present a comprehensive survey on connected vehicles for the platooning application, starting with an overview of the projects that are driving the development of this technology, followed by a brief overview of the current and upcoming vehicular networking architecture and standards, by a review of the main open issues related to wireless communications applied to platooning, and a discussion of security threats and privacy concerns. The survey will conclude with a discussion of the main areas that we consider still open and that can drive future research directions.(c) 2022 The Author(s). Published by Elsevier Inc. This is an open access article under the CC BY license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Quality of Service and Associated Communication Infrastructure for Electric Vehicles †

Transportation electrification is pivotal for achieving energy security and emission reduction goals. Electric vehicles (EVs) are at the forefront of this transition, driving the development of new EV technologies and infrastructure. As this trend gains momentum, it becomes essential to enhance the quality of service (QoS) of EVs to encourage their widespread adoption. This paper has been structured with two primary aims to effectively address the above timely technological needs. Firstly, it comprehensively reviews the various QoS factors that influence EVs’ performance and the user experience. Delving into these factors provides valuable insights into how the QoS can be improved, thereby fostering the increased use of EVs on our roads. In addition to the QoS, this paper also explores recent advancements in communication technologies vital for facilitating in-formation exchanges between EVs and charging stations. Efficient communication systems are crucial for optimizing EV operations and enhancing user experiences. This paper presents expert-level technical details in an easily understandable manner, making it a valuable resource for researchers dedicated to improving the QoS of EV communication systems, who are tirelessly working towards a cleaner, more efficient future in transportation. It consolidates the current knowledge in the field and presents the latest discoveries and developments, offering practical insights for enhancing the QoS in electric transportation. A QoS parameter reference map, a detailed classification of QoS parameters, and a classification of EV communication technology references are some of the key contributions of this review paper. In doing so, this paper contributes to the broader objectives of promoting transportation electrification, enhancing energy security, and reducing emissions

An intelligent path management in heterogeneous vehicular networks

Achieving reliable connectivity in heterogeneous vehicular networks is a challenging task, owing to rapid topological changes and unpredictable vehicle speeds. As vehicular communication demands continue to evolve, multipath connectivity is emerging as an important tool, which promises to enhance network interoperability and reliability. Given the limited coverage area of serving access technologies, frequent disconnections are to be expected as the vehicle moves. To ensure seamless communication in dynamic vehicular environments, an intelligent path management algorithm for Multipath TCP (MPTCP) has been proposed. The algorithm utilizes a network selection mechanism based on Fuzzy Analytic Hierarchy Process (FAHP), which dynamically assigns the most appropriate underlying network for each running application. The selection process takes into account multiple factors, such as path quality, vehicle mobility, and service characteristics. In contrast to existing solutions, our proposed method offers a dynamic and comprehensive approach to network selection that is tailored to the specific needs of each service to ensure that it is always paired with the optimal access technology. The results of the evaluation demonstrate that the proposed method is highly effective in maintaining service continuity during vertical handover. By tailoring the network selection to the specific needs of each application, our path manager is able to ensure optimal connectivity and performance, even in challenging vehicular environments, delivering a better user experience, with more reliable connections, and smoother data transfers.FCT - Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia(PD/BDE/150506/2019

자율주행을 위한 V2X 기반 차량 CDN 설계

학위논문 (석사) -- 서울대학교 대학원 : 공학전문대학원 응용공학과, 2021. 2. 김성우.Recent technical innovation has driven the evolution of autonomous vehicles. To improve safety as well as on-road vehicular experience, vehicles should be connected with each other or to vehicular networks. Some specification groups, e.g., IEEE and 3GPP, have studied and released vehicular communication requirements and architecture. IEEEs Wireless Access in Vehicular Environment focuses on dedicated and short-range communication, while 3GPPs New radio V2X supports not only sidelink but also uplink communication. The 3GPP Release 16, which supports 5G New Radio, offers evolved functionalities such as network slice, Network Function Virtualization, and Software-Defined Networking. In this study, we define and design a vehicular network architecture compliant with 5G core networks. For localization of autonomous driving vehicles, a high-definition map needs to contain the context of trajectory . We also propose new methods by which autonomous vehicles can push and pull map content efficiently, without causing bottlenecks on the network core. We evaluate the performance of V2X and of the proposed caching policy via network simulations. Experimental results indicate that the proposed method improves the performance of vehicular content delivery in real-world road environments.최근들어 기술의 혁신은 자율주행 자동차의 발전을 가속화 하고 있다. 보다 높은 수준의 자율 주행을 구현하기 위해서, 차량은 네트워크를 통해 서로 연결되어 있어야 하고 차량의 안전과 편의성을 향상 시킬 수 있도록 정보를 공유 할 수 있어야 한다. 표준화 단체인 IEEE와 3GPP는 차량 통신 요구사항, 아키텍처를 연구하고 개정해왔다. IEEE가 전용 채널을 통한 근접 지역 통신에 초점을 맞추는 반면에, 3GPP의 New Radio V2X는 Sidelink 뿐만 아니라 Uplink 통신을 동시에 지원한다. 5G 통신을 지원하는 3GPP Release 16은 Network Slice, NFV, SDN과 같은 새로운 통신 기능들을 제공한다. 이 연구에서는 새롭게 정의된 5G Core Network Architecture를 바탕으로 차량 네트워크를 정의하고 설계하였다. 자율주행 자동차의 측위를 위해서, 고해상도 지도는 각 구성요소들의 의미와 속성을 자세하게 포함하고 있어야 한다. 우리는 이 연구에서 V2X 네트워크 상에 HD map을 중계할 수 있는 Edge Server를 제안 함으로써, 중앙에서 발생할 수 있는 병목현상을 줄이고 전송 Delay를 최소화한다. 또한 Edge의 컨텐츠를 등록하고 삭제하는 정책으로 기존의 LRU, LFU가 아닌 새로운 컨텐츠 교체 알고리즘을 제안하였다. 실제 주행 시험과 시뮬레이션을 통한 실험을 통해 전송 품질을 향상시켰으며, Edge 컨텐츠의 활용도를 높였다.I. Introduction 1 II. Related Works 6 2.1 V2X Standardization 6 2.1.1 IEEE WAVE 6 2.1.2 3GPP C-V2X 9 2.2 Geographic Contents 14 2.3 Vehicular Content Centric Network 17 III. System Modeling 20 3.1 NR-V2X Architecture Analysis 20 3.2 Caching Strategy for HD Map Acquisition 23 IV. Evaluation 30 4.1 Contents Replacement Strategy 30 4.2 V2X Characteristics 36 4.3 Edge Performance in Driving on the Road 38 4.4 Edge Performance on 3D Point Clouds Caching for Localization 44 V. Conclusion 47 Bibliography 49 Abstract 54Maste

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Cooperative Vehicular Platooning (Co-VP) is a paradigmatic example of a Cooperative Cyber-Physical System (Co-CPS), which holds the potential to vastly improve road safety by partially removing humans from the driving task. However, the challenges are substantial, as the domain involves several topics, such as control theory, communications, vehicle dynamics, security, and traffic engineering, that must be coupled to describe, develop and validate these systems of systems accurately. This work presents a comprehensive survey of significant and recent advances in Co-VP relevant fields. We start by overviewing the work on control strategies and underlying communication infrastructures, focusing on their interplay. We also address a fundamental concern by presenting a cyber-security overview regarding these systems. Furthermore, we present and compare the primary initiatives to test and validate those systems, including simulation tools, hardware-in-the-loop setups, and vehicular testbeds. Finally, we highlight a few open challenges in the Co-VP domain. This work aims to provide a fundamental overview of highly relevant works on Co-VP topics, particularly by exposing their inter-dependencies, facilitating a guide that will support further developments in this challenging field.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio