Example PhD

Algorithms for Optimised Wireless Mesh Infrastructure Placement

Supervisor: Dr S.M. Allen

Keywords: Wireless communications, Optimisation, Genetic Algorithms

Wireless mesh networks (WMNs) represent semi-infrastructured ad hoc networks, where nodes act as both access points and routers. The aim of this project is to develop algorithms that determine the best locations at which to place infrastructure for WMNs to optimise the multiple objectives that arise. In contrast to existing work, the algorithms developed will take account of the uncertainty inherent in the problem, both in the subscriber demand and the propagation environment. This will require some enhancement of existing general purpose optimisation algorithms.

Key Skills/Background: CS student with good mathematical skills, or students whose 1st degree covered wireless communications

Contact: Dr S.M. Allen to discuss this research topic.