A survey and comparison on localisation algorithms for wireless ad hoc networks. (5th May 2005)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Biaz, Saad; Ji, Yiming
• Is Part Of: International journal of mobile communications. Volume 3:Number 4(2005)
• Page Start: 374
• Page End: 410
• Publication Date: 2005-05-05
• Subjects: positioning -- localisation algorithms -- precision -- location discovery algorithm -- wireless ad hoc networks -- wireless communications -- mobile communications -- node location; Mobile communication systems -- Periodicals; Wireless communication systems -- Periodicals; 384.53
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1470-949X

Abstract

In wireless ad hoc networks, node's location information is useful for efficient routing and location-aware applications. This paper surveys this active area of research and presents a detailed comparison of most localisation algorithms in literature. Hardware requirements, reliability and accuracy are reviewed. The localisation methods are evaluated and compared under the same network settings.