A Disaster-Resilient Video Streaming Taxonomy (DR-ViST)

In the face of natural and man-made disasters, the need for efficient and resilient communication networks is paramount. Video streaming plays a critical role in disaster response by facilitating real-time information exchange, situational awareness, and decision-making. To comprehensively address the multifaceted challenges of video streaming in disaster scenarios, we present the Disaster-Resilient Video Streaming Taxonomy (DR-ViST). DR-ViST provides a structured framework for categorizing and understanding the intricate components of video streaming within resilient communication networks during disaster response efforts. The taxonomy encompasses various dimensions, including network infrastructure, streaming protocols, video compression, resilience strategies, disaster scenarios, edge and fog computing, quality monitoring, user devices, security, content delivery, resource management, and practical case studies. By employing DR-ViST, researchers, practitioners, and disaster response professionals can navigate the complexities of video streaming in disaster situations. This taxonomy serves as a valuable guide for designing, optimizing, and deploying video streaming solutions that ensure effective communication, situational awareness, and response coordination when it matters most. DR-ViST is a versatile tool that fosters a deeper understanding of the critical role video streaming plays in disaster response and helps pave the way for innovative solutions to enhance resilience in communication networks during times of crisis.