A heuristic algorithm based on D * principle is proposed for the dynamic Routing and Wavelength Assignment(RWA) in WDM networks.On the basis of comprehensive considerations of the cost of each edge and the current use of wave-lengths in the network
the evaluation function of D* algorithm is constructed
achieving efficient assignment of the dynamic traffics in WDM networks.The simulation results show that this algorithm can effectively reduce the blocking rates
promote the rational assignment of the wavelength resource and at the same time its rapid and intelligent performances enhance the net-work survivability in a faulty environment.