An efficient networking solution for extending and controlling wireless sensor networks using low-energy technologies

Area of Science:

• Computer Science
• Electrical Engineering
• Network Engineering

Background:

• Wireless sensor networks (WSNs) are crucial for environmental monitoring and control.
• Challenges exist in deploying WSNs in difficult terrains due to connectivity and power constraints.
• Existing protocols often struggle to balance network coverage and power efficiency.

Purpose of the Study:

• To propose an adaptable Spider-Mesh topology for constructing bi-directional wireless sensor networks.
• To leverage low-power technologies for enhanced network construction and extension.
• To address connectivity challenges in diverse indoor and outdoor environments.

Main Methods:

• Development of an adaptable Spider-Mesh topology.
• Utilization of the ESP-NOW communication protocol.
• Theoretical and experimental comparisons with existing protocols like Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).

Main Results:

• The Spider-Mesh topology enables bi-directional communication with extended network coverage.
• ESP-NOW protocol offers a 15x longer communication distance than BLE at only twice the power consumption.
• The approach maintains acceptable power consumption levels.

Conclusions:

• The adaptable Spider-Mesh topology provides a viable solution for robust WSN deployment.
• ESP-NOW protocol integration enhances range and efficiency for WSNs.
• The proposed method improves network coverage in challenging environments while managing power.