A Composite Mobility Model for Ad Hoc Networks in Disaster Areas

Abstract

Ad hoc network is an essential means of communication in disaster scenes. Validation of new communicationprotocols for these networks requires exhaustive simulation runs because real life experiences can be performed exclusivelyduring expensive civil protection exercises. The necessity of these simulations calls for realistic and reliable mobility modelswhich take into account numerous aspects of rescue worker interventions. We propose a composite model of mobility fordisaster scenarii which includes a realistic model of human displacement, team mobility, and obstacle avoidance. Thecomparison of its performance with those of other available models is encouraging. We believe that it can improve theveracity of rescue operation simulations.