Zigbee-based Internet of Things in 3D Terrains

This paper focuses on the Zigbee-based Internet of Things (IoTs) in 3D terrains. A novel simulation model for IoT is proposed. The effects of various terrains, node’s mobility and traffic loads are investigated in this study. Many comprehensive studies are shown by comparing the simulations results from the packet delivery ratio, network goodput, average end-to-end delay and energy consumption metrics in different operation modes and traffic loads.

Graphical abstractFigure optionsDownload full-size imageDownload as PowerPoint slideHighlights► This paper focuses on the Zigbee-based Internet of Things (IoTs) in 3D terrains. ► We investigate the impact of five terrains in a beacon or non-beacon enabled mode. ► We use Durkin’s propagation model to investigate more realistic simulations. ► We study how the terrain profiles affect the 3D Zigbee sensor network performances.