Multi-Path Routing and Resource Allocation in Active Network

An algorithm of traffic distribution called active multi\|path routing (AMR) in active network is proposed. AMR adopts multi\|path routing and applies nonlinear optimize approximate method to distribute network traffic among multiple paths. It is combined to bandwidth resource allocation and the congestion restraint mechanism to avoid congestion happening and worsen. So network performance can be improved greatly. The frame of AMR includes adaptive traffic allocation model, the conception of supply bandwidth and its’ allocation model, the principle of congestion restraint and its’ model, and the implement of AMR based on multi\|agents system in active network. Through simulations, AMR has distinct effects on network performance. The results show AMR is a valid traffic regulation algorithm.