Title :
Mesh network resiliency using GMPLS
Author :
Lang, Jonathan P. ; Drake, John
Author_Institution :
Calient Networks, Goleta, CA, USA
fDate :
9/1/2002 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The generalized multiprotocol label switching (GMPLS) is being developed as the control plane for the evolving photonic network. We describe how GMPLS can be used with mesh networks to provide efficient network resiliency. In particular we examine the key aspects of GMPLS that are used to support protection and restoration. We also study the various protection and restoration techniques, and we highlight the tradeoffs between recovery time and resource redundancy
Keywords :
SONET; network topology; optical fibre networks; packet switching; synchronous digital hierarchy; telecommunication control; telecommunication network reliability; transport protocols; GMPLS; SONET/SDH; WDM; all-optical switches; control plane; efficient network resiliency; generalized multiprotocol label switching; mesh network resiliency; network protection; network restoration; photonic network; photonic switches; recovery time; resource redundancy; ultralong-haul transmission systems; Mesh networks; Multiprotocol label switching; Optical control; Optical design; Optical fiber networks; Optical switches; Protection; Resilience; Routing protocols; SONET;
Journal_Title :
Proceedings of the IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/JPROC.2002.802003
