Network Coding Function for Converged Satellite-Cloud Networks

We tackle the problem of enhancing mobile ad-hoc networks (MANETs) coverage for emergency applications assisted by converged satellite-cloud networks. We propose the use of per-flow network coding (NC), which is provided by a NC function (NCF). We define NCFs with inputs available under 5G device-to-device assumption. Outputs are optimal coding rates balancing per-node computational resources and resulting coverage. Simulations show that our solution not only makes connectivity possible but also provides significant gains with respect to routing.