SDN-Driven Innovations in MANETs and IoT: A Path to Smarter Networks
Andrea Piroddi, Riccardo Fonti

TL;DR
This paper investigates how integrating Software-Defined Networking (SDN) into MANETs and IoT networks enhances scalability, efficiency, and security, addressing challenges of decentralization and resource constraints in dynamic environments.
Contribution
It introduces a unified SDN-based framework for MANETs and IoT, demonstrating improved performance and scalability through a mathematical model and experimental results.
Findings
SDN integration reduces latency and packet loss.
Enhanced routing efficiency and resource management.
Improved scalability and network resilience.
Abstract
Mobile Ad Hoc Networks (MANETs) and Internet of Things (IoT) networks operate in decentralized and dynamic environments, making them ideal for scenarios lacking traditional infrastructure. However, these networks face challenges such as inefficient routing, limited scalability, and security vulnerabilities due to their decentralized nature and resource constraints. This paper explores the integration of Software-Defined Networking (SDN) as a unified solution that leverages its centralized control and network programmability to improve routing, resource management, and security. A mathematical model evaluates the impact of SDN integration on Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Operational Expenditure (OPEX), and performance metrics. Results demonstrate that SDN-enhanced MANETs and IoT networks offer superior scalability, reduced latency, increased throughput, and lower packet loss, especially…
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Taxonomy
TopicsSoftware-Defined Networks and 5G · Caching and Content Delivery · IoT and Edge/Fog Computing
