Wireless Sensor Network Simulation Project: A Comparative Study

This project simulates a wireless sensor network, comparing the performance of AODV and DSDV routing protocols. The simulation utilizes the NAM tool and NetSim software for network design and analysis, examining packet exchange, node behavior, and energy consumption over time. The study includes detailed screen captures illustrating the network's state at various time intervals, revealing the impact of each protocol on data transmission and energy usage. Trace file analysis provides further insights into data packet transmission, reception, and dropping patterns. The project concludes with a comparative analysis, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of each protocol. DSDV shows consistency in data exchange, while AODV demonstrates efficient data transmission when energy is limited. The findings suggest that DSDV is suitable for uniform data association, while AODV is ideal for faster data exchange when energy is constrained.