Wireless Sensor Network: Architecture and Protocols

Author: Compiler: Ma Weiming
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: This book provides a detailed introduction to how to build wireless sensor networks from two aspects: the layered communication protocols and the design of network nodes. It also introduces the design specifications of wireless devices. The content includes: Overview of Wireless Sensor Networks, Development of Wireless Sensor Networks, Physical Layer, Data Link Layer, Network Layer, Related Issues in Specific Implementations, Power Management, Definition of Antenna and RF Performance, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Electrostatic Discharge, Wireless Sensor Network Protocols, Summary, and Future Development Opportunities. The book is rich in content, covers a wide range, and presents the material in an easy-to-understand manner. It is an invaluable guide for wireless sensor network design and can also serve as a teaching reference for professionals in wireless communication, network technology, and sensor technology. The book introduces specific construction methods for wireless sensor networks, covering various aspects from communication protocols at each layer to the design of network nodes. A prominent feature of the book is its close integration with the specific problems that may arise in the design and implementation of networks and network nodes, offering corresponding design strategies and methods.