Publication: Evaluation of uav-based lora wireless communications under various scenarios
Date
2023-05-01
Authors
Teoh Theng Kah
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Abstract
This research evaluates the performance of UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle)-based
and Non-UAV-based LoRa wireless communication under various scenario. LoRa is a
long-range, low-power wireless communication technology that has become increasingly
popular for IOT (Internet of Things) and other applications, due to its long-range
capabilities, low power consumption, and low cost. In this study, the LoRa technology
is used to establish wireless communication between a ground-based gateway (Receiver)
and a moving UAV-based or Non-UAV-based end-node (Transmitter) that tested
within 1 kilometer scope, for the purpose of evaluating the functionality and the signal
disturbance of LoRa for both indoor and outdoor. The performance of the communication
is evaluated under different scenarios, including varying distances between
the gateway and the end-node, different environments (indoor and outdoor), different
antenna types and battery power consumption upon data transmission. The main performance
metrics that used in the evaluation are the RSSI (Received Signal Strength
Indicator) and PRR (Packet Reception Rate). The results of the evaluation show that
the UAV-based and Non-UAV-based LoRa technology can provide reliable and efficient
wireless communication and optimum battery power consumption of the data
transmission setting, with good performance tested within 1 kilometer distance and
in various environments. The findings of this study can provide useful insights and
guidance for the design and implementation of LoRa-based wireless communication
systems for UAV applications.