Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: In wireless ad hoc networks (WANs), saving energy is critical because the batteries can only hold so much, and the networks need to keep working. These networks, comprising mobile nodes that communicate without centralized infrastructure, frequently encounter issues concerning energy efficiency and environmental safety. This research examines the importance of energy conservation in WANs, highlighting its effects on extending network longevity and minimizing the environmental impact of communication systems. The present work analyze many energy-efficient solutions, including power-aware routing, energy-efficient communication protocols, and sleep/wakeup mechanisms. The study emphasize the significance of energy harvesting methods and low-power hardware in achieving sustainable network operations. Integrating energy saving with network design and operation enables wireless ad hoc networks to balance effective communication and environmental sustainability. This study seeks to advance the creation of eco-friendly communication technologies that promote environmental sustainability while addressing the increasing need for wireless access.
Source: Environment Conservation Journal
Authors: Poorva Mishra, Sanjeev Kumar Gupta, Laxmi Singh
Language: English
Topic: Mobile Ad Hoc Networks
Subfield: Computer Networks and Communications
Field: Computer Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $225
OpenAlex ID: W4408665990