A novel cross-layer framework for large scale emergency communications

This paper explores the problem of improving coverage and capacity of large-scale communication networks in disaster-struck areas. We propose a novel integrated dynamic cross-layer distributed energy aware emergency framework, E3F, that spans large geographical areas and variable time ranges. E3F enables adaptive storage, dynamic packet scheduling and utility driven forwarding that avoids congestion and energy depletion. Our extensive experiments with realistic traces show significantly improved energy efficiency and low overheads while maintaining high success ratios for both data dissemination and query answering

Redes <i>Ad Hoc</i> y Opportunistic Networking: una oportunidad a la gestión de desastres

El presente trabajo presenta el estado del arte de las redes Ad Hoc y su posible aplicación a soluciones para rescatistas y de situación de emergencia por desastres naturales o de otra índole.Facultad de Informátic

Using haggle to create an electronic triage tag

Forwarding data in scenarios without connectivity, Pocket Switched or Opportunistic networking can be difficult without a mobility model, or a history of node contacts. One of these scenarios is a disaster, where forwarding victim’s medical information to a coordination point is critical for the good and fast intervention. “Time To Return ” (TTR) forwarding was used in combination with mobile agents in MAETTS to provide early resource allocation during such emergencies. In this paper, we propose to apply TTR forwarding in Haggle to create an Electronic Triage Tag. This approach allows us to take advantage of short connectivity opportunities between nodes