In this paper we propose a novel approach to deliver better delay-jitter performance in
dynamic networks. Dynamic networks experience rapid and unpredictable fluctuations and
hence, a certain amount of uncertainty about the delay-performance of various network
elements is unavoidable. This uncertainty makes it difficult for network operators to
guarantee a certain quality of service (in terms of delay and jitter) to users. The uncertainty
about the state of the network is often overlooked to simplify problem formulation, but we …

Abstract Systems and methods reduce delivery delay jitter in a delivery network. A processor
identifies a plurality of routes between an originating node and a destination node. Each
route has a respective mean delivery delay time and a respective delivery delay jitter. The
processor solves a convex optimization problem for a plurality of values of delivery delay,
thereby yielding a plurality of solutions. Each solution represents a corresponding allocation
of traffic among the plurality of routes. Each allocation of traffic has a corresponding mean …