Sensor Networks
The reseach in the area of sensor networks is managed by Dr. Jan Beutel.
We investigate one extreme in the design space of communicating embedded systems: low energy, small size, large-scale distribution. In particular, we approach research problems in the design, implementation and deployment of wireless sensor networks.
In particular, we are interested in the following subjects:
- deployment of sensor networks in extreme real-word settings with the ultimate goal to replace the current "trial-and-error deployment practice" with a systematic approach;
- methods and tools for designing sensor networks that are reliable and can be used in applications with high dependability requirements;
- development of formal methods for specific problems such as time synchronization, validation of non-functional properties, topology control, and testing;
- energy harvesting and application control;
- investigation of applications such as environmental sensing (permafrost) and safety (fire) networks in buildings;
Further information can be found on the specific home pages of research projects we are involved in:
- BTNode, Possibly Outdated Flyer
- Specific research projects in the framework of the National Center of Excellence in Research on Mobile Information and Communication Systems (MICS): Deployment, Modular and Composable Platform, Building Automation, Possibly Outdated Flyer
- Permasense: Permafrost Environmental Monitoring
- Safety-Critical Sensor Networks for Building Applications
- Specific projects in the framework of the Nano-Tera National Research Program: X-Sense , OpenSense
- Swiss Experiment
Some selected publications since 2000: Publications on Sensor Networks.