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Network virtualization as an integrated solution for emergency communication

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In this paper the Virtual Private Ad Hoc Networking (VPAN) platform is introduced as an integrated networking solution for many applications that require secure transparent continuous connectivity using heterogeneous devices and network technologies. This is done by creating a virtual logical self-organizing network on top of existing network technologies reducing complexity and maintaining session continuity right from the start. One of the most interesting applications relies in the field of emergency communication with its specific needs which will be discussed in this paper and matched in detail against the architecture and features of the VPAN platform. The concept and dynamics are demonstrated and evaluated with measurements done on real hardware.

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  1. Department of Information Technology (INTEC), Ghent University – IBBT – IBCN, Gaston Crommenlaan 8 bus 201, 9050, Gent, Belgium

    Peter Dedecker, Jeroen Hoebeke, Ingrid Moerman, Joris Moreau & Piet Demeester

  2. Department of Applied Engineering Sciences, University College Ghent, Schoonmeersstraat 52, 9000, Gent, Belgium

    Peter Dedecker & Joris Moreau

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Dedecker, P., Hoebeke, J., Moerman, I. et al. Network virtualization as an integrated solution for emergency communication. Telecommun Syst 52, 1859–1876 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11235-011-9470-z

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