Dual head clustering scheme in wireless sensor networks

Fazlullah Khan, Faisal Bashir, Kenji Nakagawa

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Abstract

Energy efficient data aggregation is one of the key research areas of wireless sensor networks (WSNs). Many clustering techniques have been proposed for topology maintenance and routing in these networks. In addition to this, these techniques are also beneficial in prolonging the network life time. Clustering protocols proposed in existing literature use a single Cluster Head (CH) for a group of nodes (Cluster). In these protocols, the CH performs a number of activities, such as data gathering, data aggregation and data forwarding. As a result, the CH depletes its energy quickly as compared to its member nodes. Hence, re-clustering is required frequently, which consumes considerable energy. This paper proposes an energy efficient Dual Head Clustering Scheme (DHCS) for WSNs. DHCS selects two different nodes within the cluster for cluster management and aggregation namely Cluster Head (CH) and Aggregator Head (AH) respectively. Simulation results show that the DHCS outperforms conventional clustering protocols in terms of energy conservation, network life time and network latency.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings - 2012 International Conference on Emerging Technologies, ICET 2012
Pages456-460
Number of pages5
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2012
Externally publishedYes
Event2012 International Conference on Emerging Technologies, ICET 2012 - Islamabad, Pakistan
Duration: 8 Oct 20129 Oct 2012

Publication series

NameProceedings - 2012 International Conference on Emerging Technologies, ICET 2012

Conference

Conference2012 International Conference on Emerging Technologies, ICET 2012
Country/TerritoryPakistan
CityIslamabad
Period8/10/129/10/12

Keywords

  • Clustering Scheme
  • Energy Efficient Routing
  • Wireless Sensor Networks

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Management of Technology and Innovation

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