@article {Benjbara2022,
	title = {New Multipath OLSR Protocol Version for Heterogeneous Ad Hoc Networks},
	journal = {Journal of Sensor and Actuator Networks},
	volume = {11},
	number = {1},
	year = {2022},
	note = {cited By 2},
	abstract = {From a basic refrigerator to a self-driving car, emerging technologies are increasingly involving various facets of our daily lives. These bring together many regularly used devices, each with its own characteristics, to communicate and collaborate within the same system. Computer network experts regard this so-called structure as a heterogeneous network made up of several connected objects that do not speak the same language. Communication is therefore ensured by additional types of nodes, such as gateways or converters. In this case, we can detect an increased complexity and a decreased level of security. And thus, the need to adopt a common slang for these kinds of networks has been brought to life. In this work, we compare two different routing protocols: optimized link-state routing (OLSR) and the multipath heterogeneous ad hoc network OLSR (MHAR-OLSR). The latter is an OLSR extension with new functionalities: nodes identification, paths calculation, paths classification, and paths choice that we designed for heterogeneous ad hoc networks composed of MANET, VANET, and FANET devices; it ensures direct communication between these diverse components. We verify and explain all the elements of our solution using colored Petri nets. We also present a global evaluation of Packet Delivery Ratio (PDR), End-To-End Delay, and energy consumption as QoS measures with different numbers of nodes in a heterogeneous scenario. To do this, we use NS-3 and BonnMotion as a tool-set of simulation. Experimental results show improvement in performance when compared to the classical routing protocol. {\textcopyright} 2021 by the authors. Licensee MDPI, Basel, Switzerland.},
	doi = {10.3390/jsan11010003},
	url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85123433811\&doi=10.3390\%2fjsan11010003\&partnerID=40\&md5=33b170f6ff565a7280552166245f00f6},
	author = {Benjbara, C. and Habbani, A. and Mouchfiq, N.}
}
@article {Mouchfiq2022128,
	title = {An Overview of~Security in~Vehicular Ad Hoc Networks},
	journal = {Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems},
	volume = {489 LNNS},
	year = {2022},
	note = {cited By 0},
	pages = {128-140},
	abstract = {In recent decades, the importance of security has increased more and more especially in the field of research dealing with the Internet of Things (IoT) and implicitly ad hoc networks since they are part of it, considering they undergo several changes and that following these changes this area is exposed to several risks. Many researchers have shed light on different techniques to ensure the security of this intelligent universe. In this study, we identify the risks to which Vehicular ad hoc networks (VANETs) are exposed according to several criteria and metrics. For this purpose, we do bench-marking by carrying out research on the types of attacks that harm VANETs, after that we study the solutions proposed to ensure a high level of security in this type of network and finally we discuss these solutions to find out one that is most adapted to our teamwork and which is based on a relevant and recent technology. {\textcopyright} 2022, The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG.},
	doi = {10.1007/978-3-031-07969-6_10},
	url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85135087175\&doi=10.1007\%2f978-3-031-07969-6_10\&partnerID=40\&md5=8cad0a611223b0af69336b1e9d2121d2},
	author = {Mouchfiq, N. and Habbani, A. and Benjbara, C. and Berradi, H.}
}
@conference {Mouchfiq2021,
	title = {Blockchain-based Model Against selfish Attacks in Mobile ad hoc Networks},
	booktitle = {Proceedings - 4th International Conference on Advanced Communication Technologies and Networking, CommNet 2021},
	year = {2021},
	note = {cited By 0},
	abstract = {Over the past several decades, the importance of security has been increasing, in particular in the area of research addressing the Internet of Things (IoT) and, implicitly, ad hoc networks since they are part of it. Researchers have adopted blockchain as an interesting and trendy research topic in the wireless ad hoc environment. Due to its strong characteristics, such as consensus, immutability, finality and provenance, it{\textquoteright}s used not only as a secure data storage for critical data, but also as a platform that facilitates trustless data exchange between independent parties. However, the main challenge of applying blockchain in an ad hoc network is what kind of nodes should be involved in the validation process and how to adopt the heavy computational complexity of block validation in an appropriate way while maintaining its authentic characteristics. In this paper, we propose a new blockchain-based model against selfish attacks in ad hoc networks and optimize it in this context, to this end, we investigate the presence of MPR nodes to adapt and integrate the blockchain principle in MANETs and based on this we conduct a security analysis to evaluate our model by discussing the ability of our model to meet major security issues related to confidentiality, integrity, availability, non-repudiation, and vulnerability to attacks. {\textcopyright} 2021 IEEE.},
	keywords = {Ad hoc environment, Ad-hoc networks, Block-chain, Blockchain, Digital storage, Electronic data interchange, Internet of things, Mobile ad hoc networks, Mobile ad-hoc networks, Mobile security, MPR, Network security, Research topics, Secure data storage, Security, Selfish attack, Wireless ad hoc},
	doi = {10.1109/CommNet52204.2021.9641959},
	url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85124026049\&doi=10.1109\%2fCommNet52204.2021.9641959\&partnerID=40\&md5=83605288b49be75af72d459c6e278bdd},
	author = {Mouchfiq, N. and Habbani, A. and Benjbara, C. and Berradi, H.}
}
@article {Benjbara2021270,
	title = {Multipathing communication in heterogeneous ad hoc network},
	journal = {Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing},
	volume = {1184},
	year = {2021},
	note = {cited By 1},
	pages = {270-278},
	abstract = {Multipath routing is a solution that meets the requirements of existing systems (security, bandwidth, network lifetime, etc.). Currently, several studies are trying to apply and adapt the principle of multipath in several types of networks for benefiting from its advantages. The wireless network without infrastructure (ad hoc network) is more flexible and less expensive compared to other networks and uses in its turn the multipath routing in the communication between the devices to enhance its strengths. The ad hoc network regroups several categories of network, and each one has its own node characteristics and communication protocol. In most application areas based on new technologies, such as smart cities, precision agriculture, medicine, and others, we can find different types of ad hoc networks in the same architecture constituting a heterogeneous network. So, the heterogeneous ad hoc network (HAdN) appears and brings with it a new line of research concerning the common and compatible routing protocols inside this type of network. This article proposes a new multipath routing protocol version based on the OLSR standard ensuring the direct communication between the various HAdN components. The new protocol will initially be implemented in a specific network architecture consisting of MANET, VANET, and FANET. {\textcopyright} The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd 2021.},
	keywords = {Agricultural robots, Application area, Direct communications, Existing systems, Heterogeneous ad-hoc networks, Heterogeneous networks, Internet protocols, Multi path routing, Multipath routing protocols, Network architecture, Network lifetime, Network routing, New protocol, Routing protocols, Vehicular ad hoc networks},
	doi = {10.1007/978-981-15-5859-7_26},
	url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85091906004\&doi=10.1007\%2f978-981-15-5859-7_26\&partnerID=40\&md5=6a83b101716d6edd1c858d6c7475f899},
	author = {Benjbara, C. and Mouchfiq, N. and Habbani, A.}
}
@article {Mouchfiq2021288,
	title = {Security issues in manets: A survey},
	journal = {Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing},
	volume = {1184},
	year = {2021},
	note = {cited By 2},
	pages = {288-295},
	abstract = {Recently, the notion of security has become increasingly important to research on wireless networks, later the Internet of things (IoT) and ad hoc networks that are a part of IoT environment. The various changes in the digital environment, as it must identify the different changes in the digital environment, are namely the protection of the personal and professional data of this intelligent world. In the work already done, there are several methods and levels of security. In this study, we identify that security aggression MANETs are facing with the security services to provide in each layer. In order to reach our target, we did a literature search gathering information on different types of attacks and solutions, as well as the latest security work. Then, we discuss the proposed solutions to ensure a high level of security in networks by recalling the latest work of our team. Finally, we propose a method of security better adapted to our needs based on blockchain technology. {\textcopyright} The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd 2021.},
	keywords = {Digital environment, In networks, Internet of thing (IOT), Internet of things, Literature search, Mobile ad hoc networks, Network security, Security issues, Security services},
	doi = {10.1007/978-981-15-5859-7_28},
	url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85091934292\&doi=10.1007\%2f978-981-15-5859-7_28\&partnerID=40\&md5=94af6860a11351f3307ffc8d94ae12a3},
	author = {Mouchfiq, N. and Habbani, A. and Benjbara, C.}
}
@article {Mouchfiq2020219,
	title = {Security in MANETs: The Blockchain Issue},
	journal = {Communications in Computer and Information Science},
	volume = {1264},
	year = {2020},
	note = {cited By 2},
	pages = {219-232},
	abstract = {With the emergence of the IoT (Internet of Things) technology, security features must take into account the developments and possible uses. The blockchain is considered as a new technology devoted to data sharing, it allows to guarantee the integrity of data by IoT devices thanks to intelligent contracts allowing to verify and enforce the conditions of the monitored goods during their processing. In our work, we will address the security of Blockchain-based systems and networks to improve and simplify the communication of messages and informations, using the most innovative and sophisticated processes and a form of device independent control. In order to do so, we will analyse the solutions advanced by researchers from all over the world who are dedicated to guaranteeing a good state of security on these networks. Finally, our manuscript will present an approach to enhance security which is founded on the Blockchain principle and which we have entitled {\textquotedblleft}MPR Blockchain{\textquotedblright}. This solution proves to be the most appropriate to our requirements and expectations as a team working within IoT systems and especially ad hoc networks. {\textcopyright} 2020, Springer Nature Switzerland AG.},
	keywords = {Blockchain, Data communication systems, Data Sharing, Independent control, Internet of things, Mobile ad hoc networks, Mobile security, Network security, Security features, Team working},
	doi = {10.1007/978-3-030-61143-9_18},
	url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85097368928\&doi=10.1007\%2f978-3-030-61143-9_18\&partnerID=40\&md5=d277597a52117999b5b738db40aa811f},
	author = {Mouchfiq, N. and Benjbara, C. and Habbani, A.}
}
@article {Berradi2020677,
	title = {Wireless network stability enhancement based on spatial dependency},
	journal = {Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering},
	volume = {684 LNEE},
	year = {2020},
	note = {cited By 0},
	pages = {677-686},
	abstract = {The Ad hoc network is a part of the IoT environment, including several types of networks like MANET. It uses different categories of routing protocol, but the OLSR routing protocol is the best one for MANET. The mobility concept has an impact on the evolution of network performances. In the OLSR routing protocol, this mobility influences on the choice of the MultiPoint Relay (MPR). In this paper, the main objective is to develop an algorithm enhancing MPR selection process in such networks. This algorithm based on Average Spatial Dependency metric {\textquotedblleft}ASD{\textquotedblright} linked to the average Relative Speed {\textquotedblleft}RS{\textquotedblright} and the average Relative Acceleration {\textquotedblleft}RA{\textquotedblright}. Each node shares these values with its neighbors using the messages of OLSR routing protocol (Hello and TC messages). Furthermore, if the nodes have equal reachability, the highest ASD value will be selected as a criterion of the choice of their MPR set. In the simulation, we have applicated the Manhattan mobility model in the MANET network, and we have used the NS3 simulator. The results of this simulation have shown that the mobility concept could change network performances in terms of packet loss, end-to-end delay, and Throughput. {\textcopyright} The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2020.},
	keywords = {End to end delay, Manhattan mobility models, Mobile ad hoc networks, Mpr selections, multipoint relays, Network performance, Network stability, Relative acceleration, Relative speed, Routing protocols, Spatial dependencies},
	doi = {10.1007/978-3-030-53187-4_74},
	url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85089717007\&doi=10.1007\%2f978-3-030-53187-4_74\&partnerID=40\&md5=845455db1c85cc5d0e34104203afb7ba},
	author = {Berradi, H. and Habbani, A. and Benjbara, C. and Mouchfiq, N. and Amraoui, H.}
}
@conference {Benjbara201714,
	title = {Multi-path routing protocol in the Smart Digital Environment},
	booktitle = {ACM International Conference Proceeding Series},
	volume = {Part F130526},
	year = {2017},
	note = {cited By 0},
	pages = {14-18},
	abstract = {During the last decade, the smart digital environment has become one of the most scientific challenges that occupy scientists and researchers. This new environment consists basically of smart connected products including three main parts: the physical mechanical/electrical product, the smart part of the product made from embedded software and human machine interface, and finally the connectivity part including antennas and routing protocols insuring the wired/wireless communication with other products, from our side, we are involved in the implementation of the latter part by developing a routing protocol that will meet the increasingly demanding requirements of today{\textquoteright}s systems (security, bandwidth, network lifetime, ...). Based on the researches carried out in other fields of application such as MANETS, multi-path routing fulfills our expectations. In this article, the MPOLSR protocol was chosen as an example, comparing its standard version and its improvements in order to choose the best solution that can be applied in the smart digital environment. {\textcopyright} 2017 Association for Computing Machinery.},
	doi = {10.1145/3128128.31281311},
	url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85030312348\&doi=10.1145\%2f3128128.31281311\&partnerID=40\&md5=b5569466aa21263fd475715c608fad74},
	author = {Benjbara, C. and Habbani, A. and El Mahdi, F. and Essaid, B.}
}
