A Hierarchy-Based Dynamic Routing Protocol for LoRa Mesh Networks

Abstract

In this paper, we present a new routing protocol for LoRa mesh networks, the hierarchical, dynamic, and energy-efficient routing protocol (HBDR). We have developed a proof-of-concept implementation of the protocol and have shown its effectiveness in both laboratory tests and a field trial in a real-world LoRa deployment, which shows better performance than the traditional AODV protocol.