Achieving Reliable Networking for the Generic Autonomous Platform for Sensor Systems ( Gap 4 S )

Networks of wireless integrated sensors are often used to monitor parameters distributed in the environment. These parameters are related to a variety of applications such as security, patient monitoring, chemical and biological hazard detection. Some solutions rely on replaceable batteries with a limited life-time to provide long-term sensor operation. Others envision short transmission range sensors (few meters) that harvest their energy from various environmental sources (e.g., solar, vibrations, acoustic noise). The Generic Autonomous Platform for Sensors (GAP4S) project explores an approach for wireless sensors that is complementary to these and other pre-existing solutions.