Title :
Dynamic reconfiguration in WDM packet networks with wavelength limitations
Author :
Narula-Tam, A. ; Modiano, E.
Author_Institution :
Lincoln Lab., MIT, Lexington, MA, USA
Abstract :
We develop load balancing algorithms for WDM packet networks that reduce network congestion by reconfiguring the logical topology. These algorithms use a simple iterative approach that minimizes network disruption and reduces electronic processing loads.
Keywords :
iterative methods; optical fiber networks; packet switching; telecommunication congestion control; topology; wavelength division multiplexing; WDM packet networks; dynamic reconfiguration; electronic processing loads; iterative approach; load balancing algorithms; logical topology; logical topology reconfiguration; network congestion; network disruption; wavelength limitations; Add-drop multiplexers; Circuit topology; Decision support systems; Intelligent networks; Network topology; Optical network units; Telecommunication traffic; Traffic control; WDM networks; Wavelength division multiplexing;
Conference_Titel :
Optical Fiber Communication Conference, 2000
Conference_Location :
Baltimore, MD, USA
Print_ISBN :
1-55752-630-3
DOI :
10.1109/OFC.2000.868567
