Exploring Energy Aware Clustering Protocol for Heterogeneous Sensor Network

Abstract

Wireless sensor network is a promising technology that plays a vital role in various applications i.e. disaster management, battle field surveillance and monitoring applications. It is especially useful in catastrophic or emergency scenario where human participation may be too dangerous. The sensor networks have evolved over a period of time. The failures are inevitable in wireless sensor networks due to inhospitable environment and unattended deployment; therefore sensor nodes must operate potentially in large numbers. The latest generation of sensors encompasses self organizing, flexible and scalable networks. The major constraints of wireless sensor network are the energy optimization. Heterogeneous sensor network work effectively to prolong the life time of the sensor network. In this paper we study on Energy Aware clustering protocol for Heterogeneous sensor network (EACP) and through simulation we analyze the impact of sensor network and compare the result with stable election protocol and Energy Efficient Heterogeneous Clustered Scheme protocol.