Blocking Probabilities of Optical Burst Switching Networks Based on Reduced Load Fixed Point Approximations

— This paper provides a framework for analysis and performance evaluation of Optical Burst Switching (OBS) networks. In particular, a new reduced load fixed point approximation model to evaluate blocking probabilities in OBS networks is introduced. The model is versatile enough to cover known OBS reservation policies such as Just-Enough-Time (JET), Just-InTime (JIT), Burst Segmentation and Route-dependent Priorities. The accuracy of the model is confirmed by simulation and the various policies are compared.

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2003
• Where: INFOCOM
• Authors: Zvi Rosberg, Hai Le Vu, Moshe Zukerman, Jolyon White
• Keywords: Communications, INFOCOM 2003, OBS Networks, OBS Reservation Policies, Optical Burst Switching