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Inam Ullah Khan1, Muhammad Abul Hassan2, Mohammad Dahman Alshehri3
1Department of Electronic Engineering, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Isra University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
Journal of Healthcare Engineering
|July 26, 2021
Summary
This study introduces AntHocNet, an ant-based routing technique for flying ad hoc networks (FANETs). It optimizes Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) networks by considering residual energy for improved safety and efficiency.
Area of Science:
- Computer Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Network Engineering
Background:
- Flying ad hoc networks (FANETs) using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) offer numerous applications but face challenges like packet loss, latency, and disrupted links due to high mobility.
- Unbalanced energy consumption in UAVs leads to premature mission failure and reduced network lifespan, impacting the reliability of aerial networks.
- Existing IoT applications in sports and healthcare using aerial vehicles highlight the need for robust and efficient network solutions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To enhance the safety and efficiency of UAV-enabled flying networks by addressing challenges related to mobility and energy consumption.
- To propose and evaluate an ant-based routing technique that optimizes data delivery and network lifespan in FANETs.
- To demonstrate the potential of smart flying IoT applications in healthcare and sports through improved network performance.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of an ant-based routing protocol named AntHocNet.
- Utilization of each UAV's residual energy level as a key factor in the routing decisions.
- Simulation-based comparison of the proposed routing algorithm against other existing protocols.
Main Results:
- The proposed ant-based routing protocol, AntHocNet, demonstrated optimal performance in simulations.
- Considering residual energy levels improved the safety and reliability of data delivery in the UAV network.
- The study indicates significant improvements in network efficiency and lifespan compared to other routing algorithms.
Conclusions:
- AntHocNet is an effective routing strategy for enhancing safety and performance in flying ad hoc networks.
- The integration of UAVs with IoT technologies, guided by efficient routing, promises advancements in smart applications like healthcare and sports.
- Residual energy-aware routing is crucial for the sustained operation and longevity of mobile aerial networks.
