Heuristics for maximizing OEO sharing in WDM mesh networks with path-based protection

Kefei Wang, Haitham S. Hamza, Jitender S. Deogun

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Abstract

In this paper, we address the problem of routing and wavelength assignment (RWA) in path-protected WDM networks with the objective of maximizing the sharing chances of wavelength links and optical-electronic-optical regenerators (OEOs) between demands, and hence, minimize the overall cost of the network. Both a Tabu Search and a Genetic Algorithm heuristics are proposed and their performance is experimentally evaluated through extensive simulation. Our simulation results confirm an average of 30% reduction in the number of OEOs compared to that required with the well-known shared-path protection scheme.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationProceedings of the IASTED International Conference on Optical Communication Systems and Networks, as part of the Fifth IASTED Int. Multi-Conference on Wireless and Optical Commun., OCSN 2005
EditorsA.O. Fapojuwo
Pages64-69
Number of pages6
StatePublished - 2005
EventIASTED International Conference on Optical Communication Systems and Networks, as part of the Fifth IASTED Int. Multi-Conference on Wireless and Optical Commun., OCSN 2005 - Banff, AB, Canada
Duration: Jul 19 2005Jul 21 2005

Publication series

NameProceedings of the IASTED International Conference on Optical Communication Systems and Networks, as part of the Fifth IASTED Int. Multi- Conference on Wireless and Optical Communications, OCSN 2005

Conference

ConferenceIASTED International Conference on Optical Communication Systems and Networks, as part of the Fifth IASTED Int. Multi-Conference on Wireless and Optical Commun., OCSN 2005
Country/TerritoryCanada
CityBanff, AB
Period7/19/057/21/05

Keywords

  • OEO Regenerators
  • Path-based Protection
  • RWA Problem
  • WDM Mesh Networks

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Engineering

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