Routing Protocol In Ad-Hoc Mobile Networks: A Survey

Mobile Ad hoc Network (MANET) is a collection of mobile nodes and characterized by multi-hop wireless connectivity and frequently changing network topology. These nodes requires efficient routing protocols. A routing protocol is used to discover routes between nodes for communication. The primary goal of such an ad hoc network routing protocol is correct and efficient route establishment between a pair of nodes so that messages may be delivered in a timely and efficient manner. In this paper we examines routing protocols for ad hoc networks and evaluates these protocols based on a given set of parameters. The paper provides an overview of different protocols by presenting their characteristics and functionality, and then provides a comparison and discussion of their respective merits and drawbacks.