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Ad Hoc and Sensor Networks
Ad Hoc und Sensor Netzwerke
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:14:58
Abstract
We study emerging wireless networks such as sensor or ad hoc networks. Our goal is to get a deeper understanding of these self-organizing networks, from theory to applications. Topics include: Applications, Modeling, Media Access, Topology Control, Clustering, Time Synchronization, Localization & Positioning, Routing & Data Gathering.
Objective
Thousands of mini computers (in size comparable to a chewing gum), equipped with sensors, are deployed in some terrain. After activation the sensors form a self-organized network and provide data, for example about a forthcoming earthquake. The trend towards wireless communication affects more and more electronic devices in almost every sphere of life. Conventional networks rely on base stations, and the mobile devices exchange the data in a star-like fashion. In contrast, current research is mainly focused on networks that are completely unstructured, but are nevertheless able to communicate (via several hops), despite the low coverage of their antennas. Such systems are called sensor, ad hoc, or mesh networks, depending on the point of view and the application. Since a few years, these networks are the focus of the research of the networking community. The goal of the lecture is to elaborate the relevant aspects of the field, from theory to practice. Course pre-requisites: Basic networking knowledge, basic algorithms knowledge. Course language: English written, German or English spoken.
Content
Applications, Modeling, Media Access, Topology Control, Clustering, Time Synchronization, Localization & Positioning, Routing & Data Gathering.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Available
Literature
Algorithms for Sensor and Ad Hoc Networks Dorothea Wagner and Roger Wattenhofer Springer ISBN-10: 3-540-74990-X ISBN-13: 9783540749905
Learning Materials (Links)
- Main link
- Information
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC , DS , DR , MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 60 minutes
- Aids
- None
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Ad Hoc und Sensor Netzwerke |
|
2 h weekly |
| exercise | Ad Hoc und Sensor Netzwerke |
|
2 h weekly |