Authors - Rahul Pethe, Parag Puranik, Abhay Kasetwar Abstract - Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs) have been designed and developed by numerous researchers over time, evolving based on emerging demands and environmental conditions. Over the years, various enhancements and improvements have been proposed, with multiple protocols introduced to address design challenges. In parallel, Mobile Ad Hoc Networks (MANETs) have witnessed tremendous growth in this wireless era. While many researchers have focused on protocols like DSR and hybrid approaches for energy-efficient clustering, these solutions have often proven to be time-bound and context-specific. To overcome these limitations and enhance the performance and lifetime of WSNs, we propose a new scheme based on the AODV (Ad hoc On-Demand Distance Vector) protocol within a mesh networking framework. Our approach achieves optimal results, including 100% throughput, minimal jitter, and significant improvements in network life-time.
