A simulation model for localization of pervasive objects using heterogeneous wireless networks
- Aversa, R; Martino, B Di; Ficco, M; Venticinque, Salvatore
- Abstract:
- Position represents a relevant attribute needed by many applications, whose contexts are characterized by pervasiveness of the objects/things in the considered scenarios. In order to infer positions of pervasive objects, which are neither equipped with any location-sensing technologies, nor are unable to locate themselves, it is needed to support them with an appropriate infrastructure, which allows to determine their position in a manner that is transparent to applications. In this work, we aim at extending the positioning service using an agent-based approach, in order to discover and localize different kinds of objects, exploiting cheap and embedded technologies. We describe the design and the implementation of a layered architecture, that supports the localization of devices, and simple pervasive and ubiquitous objects. A simulation tool has been develop to evaluate the proposed solution in different application scenarios of every-day life. (C) 2011 Published by Elsevier B.V.
- Year:
- 2011
- Type of Publication:
- Article
- Keywords:
- Simulation; Mobile Device; Wireless Network
- Journal:
- SIMULATION MODELING PRACTICE AND THEORY
- Volume:
- 19
- Pages:
- 1758-1772
- DOI:
- 10.1016/j.simpat.2011.02.005
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