A Software Defined paradigm for mobile networks A feasible SDN based architecture solution for 5G networks

Abstract

In this thesis, an investigation was carried out with the Software-Defined Network (SDN) controllers architecture for addressing many of IP Mobility issues primarily focusing on handover optimisation case studies. It is demonstrated through handover network simulations that SDN can handle next-generation mobility handover situations with the help of proper SDN interfacing, control layout and control logic algorithms. The experiments conducted predominantly benefitted from the Open- Flow protocol based SDN control and data forwarding plane as a proof of concept for deploying into real-world devices for mobile network management. The simulations showed a definite and considerable performance gain when using SDN based solution compared to the traditional Mobile IP for mobility management from the perspective of the user equipment.