COMMA: A new LoRaWAN communication optimisation mechanism for mobility adaptation of IoT. (16th March 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Picard, Alexis; Lapayre, Jean‐Christophe; Hanna, Fouad; Muthada Pottayya, Ronnie
• Is Part Of: IET wireless sensor systems. Volume 11:Number 3(2021)
• Page Start: 120
• Page End: 130
• Publication Date: 2021-03-16
• Subjects: Wireless sensor networks -- Periodicals; 681.2
• DOI: 10.1049/wss2.12017
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2043-6386

Abstract

Abstract: Communication protocols for the Internet of Things (IoT) have been optimised to meet the specific requirements of this fast‐growing domain. They have been adapted mainly to optimise power consumption, maximise coverage area and facilitate their implementation. One of these protocols is LoRaWAN, which uses the ADR algorithm ( Adaptive Data Rate ) and aims to reduce power consumption by reducing data rate and transmission power. The ADR algorithm has been specifically optimised for static systems, that is, systems where devices do not move or have limited mobility. In this article, we introduce COMMA ( Communication Optimisation Mechanism for Mobility Adaptation ), an adaptive data rate mechanism optimised for everyday mobility of devices and people. We use COMMA in telemedicine, our area of expertise, to develop a medical remote‐monitoring platform for mobile patients suffering from chronic diseases.