Simulation of a multicast ATM switch for high-speed networks

In this paper, a new multicast switch structure (called CCRMS) is proposed that can achieve high throughput at low hardware cost. Instead of suing two separate parts, copying and routing networks, the CCRMS uses a combined ne tworks, called the copying-routing network (CRN). Additionally, a cell mana gement algorithm is developed for the proposed multicast switch. This cell scheduling algorithm allows cells to be duplicated and routed in the CCRMS without suffering any blocking. The prosed switch hardware architecture wil l be more economical to fabricate than other multicast switches since both coping and routing functions are performed using a single network, yet its throughput is not sacrificed. With this proposed switch architecture execut ing the proposed efficient cell management algorithm, a high throughput, no n-blocking, and low cost multicast switch can be built.