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Efficient data retrieval in faulty sensor networks using a mobile mule

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    Abstract

    In this paper, we study the problem of data gathering in ad-hoc sensor networks using a mobile entity called mule. The mule traverses the children of failed sensors, to prevent loss of data. Our objective is to define the optimal communication tree and the mule's placement such that the mule's overall traveling distance is minimized. We explore this problem in several network topologies including: unit disc graph on a line (UDL), general unit disc graph (UDG), and a complete graph with failing probabilities on the nodes (CGFP). We provide an optimal solution for the UDL problem and two approximation algorithms for the UDG problem. For the CGFP problem we outline the two possible structures of an optimal solution and provide near optimal approximation algorithms.

    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publication2017 15th International Symposium on Modeling and Optimization in Mobile, Ad Hoc, and Wireless Networks, WiOpt 2017
    PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
    ISBN (Electronic)9783901882906
    DOIs
    StatePublished - 27 Jun 2017
    Event15th International Symposium on Modeling and Optimization in Mobile, Ad Hoc, and Wireless Networks, WiOpt 2017 - Paris, France
    Duration: 15 May 201719 May 2017

    Publication series

    Name2017 15th International Symposium on Modeling and Optimization in Mobile, Ad Hoc, and Wireless Networks, WiOpt 2017

    Conference

    Conference15th International Symposium on Modeling and Optimization in Mobile, Ad Hoc, and Wireless Networks, WiOpt 2017
    Country/TerritoryFrance
    CityParis
    Period15/05/1719/05/17

    ASJC Scopus subject areas

    • Control and Optimization
    • Modeling and Simulation
    • Computer Networks and Communications

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