TRIAGE: Applying context to improve timely delivery of critical data in mobile ad hoc networks for disaster response

In disaster response, critical data needs to be delivered quickly so responders can address high priority issues as soon as they occur. Mobile ad hoc networks are fundamental in these efforts as the existing telecommunications infrastructure is often rendered inaccessible in large-scale disasters. Due to the inherent low bandwidth in mobile ad hoc networks, an explosion of data may cause congestion. We present TRIAGE, a framework that leverages sender context information to ensure the timely delivery of critical data.