• Journal of KIISE:Computer Systems and Theory
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• v.29 no.1
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• pp.22-34
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• 2002

In this paper, we consider ring embeding problem in faulty (n,k) star graphs which is recently proposed as an alternative interconnection network topology, By effectively utilizing such strategies as series of dimension expansions and even distribution of faulty nodes into sub-stars in graph itself. we prove that it is possible to construct a maximal fault-free ring excluding only faulty nodes when the number of faults is no more than n-3 and $n-k{\geq}2$, and also propose an algorithm which can embed the corresponding ring in (n.k)-star graphs This results will be applied into the multicasting applications that the underlying cycle properties on the multi-computer system.