Multi-Layer Cluster Based Energy Aware Routing Protocol for Internet of Things

Abstract

We propose a multi-layer cluster based energy aware routing protocol for Low Power and Lossy Networks, which divides the network area into equal length rings. The intra-ring clustering process divides a ring into equal sized clusters and inter-cluster routing applies the fuzzy logic to select the best route for data transfer. It increases the network lifetime and packet delivery ratio by 18-22% and 5-8%, respectively.

Keywords

• internet of things
• low power and lossy networks
• ipv6 routing protocol for low power and lossy networks
• cluster head
• cluster member