A Fractional Approach to Time Synchronization in Wireless Body Area Networks
- Giuseppe Coviello,
- Gianfranco Avitabile,
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- Janet Roveda,
- Antonello Florio
- Polytechnic University of Bari,
- ,
- University of Arizona
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Abstract
The paper introduces an extremely simple and ultra low-power time synchronization algorithm mainly thought for Body Area Networks. Time synchronization of different sensor nodes represents an important issue for both real-time and off-line data merging applications. The core of this modular approach is a fractional-timer concept, borrowed from the Phase-Locked Loops theory, and a heuristic routine managing the on/off switching of the radio section of the device. Preliminary results are presented proving the benefits in terms of power consumption and improved precision.
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Research Output:
Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding
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Original language
EnglishPages from-to (Number of pages)
Pages 933-936 (4 pages)Publication milestones
- Published - 09/08/2021
Publication status
Published - 09/08/2021
Publisher
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.Publication series
- Publication series name: Midwest Symposium on Circuits and Systems
ISSN (Print): 1548-3746
Volume: 2021-August
ISBN (Electronic)
9781665424615Publication IDs
- Scopus: 85115643367