Enhancing Energy Efficiency in Wireless Sensor Networks through I-LEACH: A Data Clustering and Routing Protocol

Abstract

The inclusion of innovative technology into sensor networks has resulted in notable advancements in several industries, including mining, healthcare, military surveillance, and more. Using a multi-hop approach, nodes are placed strategically across the Region of Interest (RoI) in order to transfer data to the Base Station (BS). In order to address issues with energy consumption, effective cluster head selection, packet loss, routing algorithms, and energy efficiency, the Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) has become a key field of study. The objectives of this research are to increase nodes' Residual Energy, and lengthen the network lifetime. Using an effective clustering mechanism and Cluster Head election procedure is the suggested method. The goal of choosing a CH is to minimize the distance from the base station while optimizing the node's remaining energy. The protocol acts in two stages: firstly, computing a new Threshold value for the cluster head election process, and secondly, applying a data fusion mechanism based energy model is used in the network to reduce redundant energy transfer.