Framework, Implementation and Algorithm for Asynchronous Power Saving of UWBMAC with Steerable Directional Antenna In MANETS

Abstract

Asynchronous Power Saving (APS) technique is one of the unique standard used in Mobile Ad hoc Networks to conserve more energy in the system. This technique when combined with other power saving systems like Ultra WideBand System and the use of Directional antenna in MANETs provides astonishing result. In designing Medium Access Control (MAC), developing a framework and giving a detailed implementation procedure are among the factors that hinder the process; specifically in MANETs not to mention the Algorithm. This paper aimed at exploring a standard framework, implementation procedure and Algorithm for designing an Asynchronous Power Saving Ultra WideBandMeduim Access Control (UWB-MAC) in MANETs using directional antenna. An implementation procedure that comprises of transmission, channelization, and receiver pattern of the Physical layer is specified in this research work. The paper concludes with an algorithm for an Asynchronous Power Saving UWB-MAC using a Steerable Directional antenna in MANETs.