A Localisation Algorithm Using Unique Performance Reference Profiles for Internet-of-Things

Abstract

This paper presents a localisation algorithm using unique network parameters exhibited at different physical locations. The algorithm computes location of devices based on relative multi-layer network performances between a node and devices. All the devices and node can be mobile and the algorithm does not require any stationary infrastructure as an anchor. Experimental tests were conducted to locate an empty parking lot in a carpark. It was shown that the algorithm achieved 87% accuracies of locating an empty parking lot.