Optimisation of Power Consumption in MANETs: A Conceptual Approach

Abstract

Mobile Ad hoc Networks (MANETs) have gained significant attention due to their dynamic and self-organizing nature, making them suitable for various applications, including military, disaster relief, and IoT. One of the critical challenges in MANETs is the limited power resources of mobile nodes. Efficiently managing power consumption is essential to extend network lifetime and ensure uninterrupted communication. This paper presents a conceptual approach for the optimization of power consumption in MANETs. Our approach encompasses three main aspects: (1) Adaptive Routing Protocols, (2) Power-Aware Node Mobility, and (3) Energy-Efficient Data Transmission. we propose the integration of adaptive routing protocols that dynamically adjust routing paths based on the energy level of nodes and network conditions, reducing the energy overhead associated with maintaining routes. Secondly, we introduce a power-aware node mobility scheme that aims to strategically move nodes to reduce energy consumption while maintaining network connectivity.