Abstract
The recent breakthrough in wireless power transfer (WPT) technology has empowered wireless rechargeable sensor networks (WRSNs) by facilitating stable and continuous energy supply to sensors through mobile chargers (MCs). A plethora of studies have been carried out over the last decade in this regard. However, no comprehensive survey exists to compile the state-of-the-art literature and provide insight into future research directions. To fill this gap, we put forward a detailed survey on mobile charging techniques (MCTs) in WRSNs. In particular, we first describe the network model, various WPT techniques with empirical models, system design issues and performance metrics concerning the MCTs. Next, we introduce an exhaustive taxonomy of the MCTs based on various design attributes and then review the literature by categorizing it into periodic and on-demand charging techniques. In addition, we compare the state-of-the-art MCTs in terms of objectives, constraints, solution approaches, charging options, design issues, performance metrics, evaluation methods, and limitations. Finally, we highlight some potential directions for future research.
Recommended Citation
A. Kaswan et al., "A Survey on Mobile Charging Techniques in Wireless Rechargeable Sensor Networks," IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials, vol. 24, no. 3, pp. 1750 - 1779, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers; Communications Society, Sep 2022.
The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1109/COMST.2022.3189387
Department(s)
Computer Science
Keywords and Phrases
mobile charging problem; mobile charging techniques; on-demand charging; periodic charging; Wireless rechargeable sensor networks
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
1553-877X
Document Type
Article - Journal
Document Version
Final Version
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
Rights
© 2023 Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers; Communications Society, All rights reserved.
Publication Date
05 Sep 2022
