Autonomous optimization techniques for cognitive dynamic wireless systems

Learning enhanced situation perception for self-managed networks

“…The basic notions and ideas of autonomic networking have been summarized in the numerous surveys [10], [6], [11], [12], [13], [14], [15], [16]. In [10], Dobson et al give the definition of autonomic networking, based on which an autonomic system collects information from a variety of sources (including traditional sources); such information is being analyzed to model the evolving situation.…”

“…These criteria materialize the key aspects of an autonomous network. In [13], [14], [15], and [16], they clearly introduce the notion of cognition in autonomous systemsmeaning the ability of a network system (element as well) to learn and evolve.…”

“…The experimentation is based on a deployment of six IEEE 802.11 Soekris access points (AP) and an IEEE 802. 16 base station (BS) [164], each embedding an NEC implemented in Java [165]. Soekris devices are low-power, low-cost, advanced communication computers that act as re-programmable 802.11 access routers [166].…”

“…16 provides the messages exchange and the operations' sequence on a scheme with two WiFi APs; this could be generalized for more APs as well.…”