Analysis of ZigBee Network Using Simulations and Experiments

Haka, Aydan; Aleksieva, Veneta; Valchanov, Hristo; Dinev, Diyan

doi:10.1109/icai50593.2020.9311328

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“…The first H-WSN idea is based on ZigBee (2.4 GHz) [64], a short-range, low-power, wireless Personal Area Network (PAN) standard that supports mesh networking and offers high security and robustness [65]- [68]. Each S-N can transmit and receive data [69]- [71], specifically small information packets with a data rate of up to 250 Kbits/sec, within a range of over 700 meters depending on visibility conditions [72], [73]. These capabilities make ZigBee a promising candidate to implement a H-WSN that fulfill the requirements of a SAR application.…”

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Realistic Deployment of Hybrid Wireless Sensor Networks Based on ZigBee and LoRa for Search and Rescue Applications

Bravo-Arrabal,

Zambrana,

Fernandez-Lozano

et al. 2022

IEEE Access

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Search and Rescue operations in emergency response to natural or human catastrophes have the main objective of locating and rescuing potential victims as fast as possible, thus quick response and accurate actions being mandatory. While standard communications may be affected, a Wireless Sensor Network can be deployed to support the rescue team. This kind of network allows data acquisition close to events and enable persistence over time, among other advantages. However, to adapt to the requirements of this kind of scenario, enhancements must be made. This work presents two Hybrid Wireless Sensor Networks, based on ZigBee and LoRa, developed to address some of the challenges that Search and Rescue operations pose to the use of Wireless Sensor Networks, and tested in realistic scenarios in cooperation with first responders. Likewise, several software developments that increase the performance of the networks are described. Finally, the conclusions presented, and the lessons learnt are supported by a high amount of data, gathered in realistic exercises in cooperation with civilian and military first responders.INDEX TERMS Graphical user interfaces, Mobile robots, Search and rescue, Emergency services, ZigBee, LoRa, Internet of things.

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