ETD

• INET
• NFV
• OMNeT++
• SFC
• SRv6

This thesis presents the implementation and integration of an SRv6-based Network Function Virtualization (NFV) chaining mechanism within the OMNeT++/INET simulation framework, combined with an energy‑aware optimization tool for the placement of virtual network functions.
The work includes the development of packet‑level SRv6 service chaining support inside INET, enabling the simulation of SRv6 behaviors consistent with current standards. The simulator is integrated with an existing optimization module, developed in previous work, which determines the placement of network functions on physical nodes with the goal of minimizing energy consumption.
The resulting framework has been validated and evaluated through a series of experiments aimed at assessing correctness and performance. The results demonstrate that the system accurately models SRv6‑based service chaining and effectively couples it with energy‑aware placement strategies. Overall, the framework provides a flexible and extensible environment for studying NFV chaining and resource optimization in next‑generation programmable networks.