Analysis of wireless sensor networks based on energy consumption model

A network protocol level framework was built for the simulation of the node energy consumption model. Through examining the energy consumption of different processor modules and communication modules, processor and communication equipment with the lowest energy consumption have been identified. The energy consumption of sensing modules has been discussed during different sensing periods, verifying that sensing period is inversely related to energy consumption. In order to find the key state for energy-saving, this paper analyzed the energy consumption of processor and communication modules in various states. In addition, the components of node energy consumption have been explored, revealing that the communication module accounts for the largest proportion of the node energy consumption and exerts the most significant effect on the node. © 2013 IFSA.