An analysis of the effect of synaptic weight configuration for a neural network enabled handover for heterogeneous networks

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Abstract

Traditionally, Received Signal Strength (RSS) has been the primary indicator informing network selection strategies. However, approaches based on RSS are limited as they do not consider how (a) dynamic network conditions and (b) potential predictability of movement affects network performance. The wider research focus analyses the potential effect of weather on network handover decisions. In this context, a modulation strategy typically used in poor weather conditions is chosen and an analysis is done of the relative importance of the key dynamic performance metrics; loss, delay and RSS. In neural networks, synaptic weights reflect the relative importance of each performance metric. This work informs our selection of optimal synaptic weights when implementing a neural network controlled network handover decision within the context of the IEEE 802.21 Media Independent Handover (MIH) standard.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings - UKSim-AMSS 16th International Conference on Computer Modelling and Simulation, UKSim 2014
EditorsJasmy Yunus, Richard Cant, Ismail Saad, David Al-Dabass, Zuwairie Ibrahim, Alessandra Orsoni
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages479-484
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781479949236
ISBN (Print)9781479949236
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2014
Event16th UKSim-AMSS International Conference on Computer Modelling and Simulation, UKSim 2014 - Cambridge, United Kingdom
Duration: 26 Mar 201428 Mar 2014

Publication series

NameProceedings - UKSim-AMSS 16th International Conference on Computer Modelling and Simulation, UKSim 2014

Conference

Conference16th UKSim-AMSS International Conference on Computer Modelling and Simulation, UKSim 2014
Country/TerritoryUnited Kingdom
CityCambridge
Period26/03/1428/03/14

Keywords

  • Artificial neural network
  • Heterogeneous networking
  • Media independent handover

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