Title:
AN ADAPTIVE SLEEP PROTOCOL FOR ENVIRONMENT MONITORING USING 
WIRELESS SENSOR NETWORKS


Abstract:
Environment monitoring is one of the most important applications 
of wireless sensor networks. To maximize the lifetime of such a 
network is both a worthy goal and a significant challenge. For 
example, continuous operation of the network ensures rapid 
response, but also exhausts the battery power at a rapid pace. On 
the other hand, periodic operation preserves battery power but may 
delay detection and response. We propose an adaptive sleep 
protocol to prolong the lifetime of the network. First, we define 
the sensor network architecture and provide a sensor deployment 
plan for hazardous environments. Then, we describe a new adaptive 
sleep protocol. Finally, we evaluate the performance of the 
protocol and show the impact of the protocol on the lifetime of 
the network.

Bio:
Mr. Yuan Guo is a PhD student in the Electrical and Computer 
Engineering Department at the University of Florida. He received a 
Master's Degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the 
University of Florida in 2004.  His research interests include the 
cost efficiency and reliability issues of wireless sensor 
networks.