Estimating Data Transmission Range in a Wooded Area via the Lora Channel

Abstract

A wireless communication systems are gradually replacing cable connections in telemetry systems where possible. Often wireless communication technologies are used to collect data from objects scattered in the area. A key task in the design of communication systems is to estimate the maximum coverage area. The article compares the most popular short-range wireless technologies SigFox, LoRa, and Strizh. LoRa-based devices were selected as a result of a characteristics analysis. Data transmission range studies were carried out in mixed forest conditions, since the final device will be placed in a wooded area. During the experiments, the most optimal settings of the radio modules were selected. At the end of the article, the results of measuring the communication range are given. The data obtained can be used in the design of wireless networks in a wooded area near the city of Tomsk.