This research service looks into the overview of IEEE 802.21 process and
implications of standardization. It contain sections on drivers and challenges
to facilitate seamless handover across heterogeneous networks.
Table of Contents
1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Research Overview
Snapshot of IEEE 802.21
Research Findings
Scope and Methodology
Research Scope
Research Scope
Research Methodology
2. IEEE 802.21--TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLICATION ANALYSIS
Technology Primer
IEEE 802.21
Handover Mechanisms
Key Protocols and Applications
Key Mobility Management Protocols
Key Applications
3. STRATEGIC ASSESSMENT OF TECHNOLOGY ACCELERATORS AND CHALLENGES
Drivers
IEEE 802.21 - Diffusion Analysis
Technology Drivers
Challenges
Industry Challenges
Technology Challenges
4. ANALYSIS AND STRATEGIC RECOMMENDATIONS
Analytical Hierarchy Process - Assessment of Stakeholders and Impact on Standardization
Stakeholder Analysis--Discussion on Criteria and Alternatives
Stakeholder Analysis--AHP Process and Computation from Goal Node and Level
0 Criteria
Stakeholder Analysis--AHP Process and Computation for Level 1 Criteria
Stakeholder Salience
Strategic Recommendations
Analyst Insights
Impact of 802.21 on Other Protocols
5. RECENT RESEARCH AND OTHER DEVELOPMENTS
Developments in the Academic Sector
Cross-Layering and Autonomic Approach to Optimize Seamless Handover
An IEEE 802.21-Based Universal Information Service
Reduction of Handover Latency Using MIH Services in MIPv6
Mobility Manager for 802.21-Enabled Devices
Impact of Heterogeneous Network Controlled Handovers on Multimode Mobile
Device Design
Handover Algorithms for Tightly Coupled Integrated UMTS-WLAN Architectures
Improving FMIPv6 Operation by Using 802.21 Information Service
Functionality
Developments in the Corporate Sector
Mobility Middleware for Converged Devices
Break before Make Handover for UMTS-WiBro
Server based Total Mobile Solution
Secured Seamless Convergence across Heterogeneous Access Networks
