SIMUTOOLS 2009
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    SIMUTOOLS

    2nd International ICST Conference on Simulation Tools and Techniques

    SIMUTools 2009 is the Second International Conference on Simulation Tools and Techniques. This edition, which builds on the success of the first conference (168 participants from 31 countries), will focus on all aspects of simulation modeling and analysis. High quality papers are sought on simulati…

    SIMUTools 2009 is the Second International Conference on Simulation Tools and Techniques. This edition, which builds on the success of the first conference (168 participants from 31 countries), will focus on all aspects of simulation modeling and analysis. High quality papers are sought on simulation tools, methodologies, applications, and practices. The aim of the conference is to bring academic and industry researchers together with practitioners (from both the simulation community and from the numerous simulation user communities). The conference will address current and future trends in simulation techniques, models and practices, and foster interdisciplinary collaborative research in this area. While the main focus of the conference is on simulation tools, the conference also encourages the submission of broader theoretical and practical research contributions.

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    Editor(s): Olivier Dalle, Gabriel Wainer, Giovanni Stea and L. Felipe Perrone
    Publisher
    ICST
    ISBN
    978-963-9799-45-5
    Conference dates
    2nd–6th Mar 2009
    Location
    Rome, Italy
    Appeared in EUDL
    29th Nov 2011
    Appears in
    ACM Digital Library

    Copyright © 2011–2013 ICST

    • A Simulation Based Mobility Models Comparative Study

      Research Article in 2nd International ICST Conference on Simulation Tools and Techniques

      C. Joumaa, L. Moalic, S. Lamrous, A. Caminada

      Abstract
      This paper presents a comparative study between several mobility models. Simulation environment is a time variant real representation of a city based on GIS, integrating all geographical and socio-ec…This paper presents a comparative study between several mobility models. Simulation environment is a time variant real representation of a city based on GIS, integrating all geographical and socio-economical information relative to this city. Simulation results are the basis of the comparative analysis between the models. This comparison is made by setting metrics evaluating individual and population displacement and that by quantifying each model’s degree of realism.
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    • A simulation framework for the evaluation of scenarios and algorithms for common radio resource management

      Research Article in 2nd International ICST Conference on Simulation Tools and Techniques

      Andreas Pillekeit, Bruno Müller-Clostermann

      Abstract
      We present a simulation framework based on a systematic view on Common Radio Resource Management (CRRM). It enables a cost-benefit investigation of different CRRM algorithms and architectures. Differ…We present a simulation framework based on a systematic view on Common Radio Resource Management (CRRM). It enables a cost-benefit investigation of different CRRM algorithms and architectures. Different scenarios, centralized as well as decentralized ones, can be clearly defined based on five standard components, namely the radio access system, the environment, the user equipment, the CRRM information manager, and the CRRM decider. The costs and time consumption of CRRM operations are taken into account via chargeable messages. The clarity of the model enables an efficient investigation of CRRM algorithms based on optimization theory, game theory, physical models and other methods. The resulting framework has been implemented as a hybrid simulation model using OMNeT++. A convenient and straightforward integration of different wireless network technologies and user service demands is also supported; models for UMTS and GSM/EGPRS are already integrated. The scope of the proposed framework is demonstrated by the evaluation of realistic scenarios.
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    • A simulation tool for traffic engineering methods and QoS evaluation of MPLS networks

      Research Article in 2nd International ICST Conference on Simulation Tools and Techniques

      Sylwester Kaczmarek, Krzysztof Nowak

      Abstract
      The architecture of Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) is successfully deployed in networks of many service providers, including telecommunication companies. The technology promises to provide Qual…The architecture of Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) is successfully deployed in networks of many service providers, including telecommunication companies. The technology promises to provide Quality of Service (QoS) in IP networks and introduce a mechanism for effective traffic control. Because of the great complexity of analytical models, simulation is an effective technique for evaluating traffic engineering methods and new algorithms. In this paper, we present a model and the application msim, a C++-based simulator of MPLS networks. Its open structure allows for easy extension of new models and algorithms. Measurements results generated by the tool for networks of up to 100 nodes in size were presented at several international traffic engineering conferences. We present the logical structure of the program as well as example measurements scenarios and results, for packet and connection level simulations. We also describe shortly the Vims, a graphical extension to the msim simulator.
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    • Atarraya: a simulation tool to teach and research topology control algorithms for wireless sensor networks

      Research Article in 2nd International ICST Conference on Simulation Tools and Techniques

      Pedro M. Wightman, Miguel A. Labrador

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      Topology Control is a well-known technique for saving energy in wireless sensor networks. Despite the fact that topology control algorithms and protocols have been extensively studied, they are curre…Topology Control is a well-known technique for saving energy in wireless sensor networks. Despite the fact that topology control algorithms and protocols have been extensively studied, they are currently unavailable in most, if not all, simulation tools. In this work we introduce Atarraya, a discrete-event simulation tool specifically designed for testing and implementing topology control protocols for wireless sensor networks. The simulation tool includes structures for designing both topology construction and topology maintenance protocols. In addition, Atarraya includes several key algorithms and applications that along with its graphical user interface can be used to support teaching activities. The correctness of the tool is validated using well-known results available in the literature.
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    • A virtual integrated network emulator on XEN (viNEX)

      Research Article in 2nd International ICST Conference on Simulation Tools and Techniques

      Abraham Mukosi Mukwevho, John Andrew van der Poll, Robert Mark Jolliffe

      Abstract
      The recent progress on virtualization technologies has made it possible to deploy multiple hosts instances with operating systems running real network protocol stacks on one single server. The object…The recent progress on virtualization technologies has made it possible to deploy multiple hosts instances with operating systems running real network protocol stacks on one single server. The objective of this paper is to explore whether it is feasible to use such environments for network emulation and simulation. Some significant amount of research is taking place in this area, this includes Emulab [6] virtualization, and IMUNES [12] system. Both Emulab and IMUNES are based on FreeBSD Jails.

      Very little is known about using traditional virtualization platforms (such as Xen and VMware) for virtual emulators. As part of our research, we will attempt to develop a virtual emulator (viNEX) based on Xen. Having identified the limits and weaknesses of this approach, we also propose some areas where viNEX can be useful.
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