Dynamic Distributed TDMA Resource Allocation Algorithm for Robotic MANETs

Robotic Mobile Ad-hoc Networks (MANETs) face significant challenges in efficiently allocating network resources due to frequent topology changes and varying communication demands. Traditional static TDMA schemes are inadequate for such highly dynamic environments, leading to inefficient resource usage and communication delays. To address these challenges, we propose D2TRA-RM, a dynamic and distributed TDMA resource allocation algorithm specifically designed for robotic MANETs. Through extensive simulations using NS-3, we demonstrate that D2TRA-RM improves network throughput by 198.7% and reduces packet delay by 59.5% compared to traditional static TDMA. Additionally, D2TRA-RM’s meticulous design for Robotic MANETs outperforms a naïve Dynamic-Distributed TDMA scheme, offering a 125.7% increase in throughput and 68.7% reduction in delay. Although it generates a small number of MAC control messages for negotiation, D2TRA-RM provides substantial gains in network performance, making it a robust solution for real-time, resource-constrained applications in robotic MANET environments. Our results demonstrate that D2TRA-RM effectively handles dynamic traffic and resource reallocation, ensuring efficient communication in highly variable network conditions.