Implementation and Analysis of LoRaWAN Network in Landfill

LoRaWAN is a network protocol characterized by low latency, long-range wireless transmission reaching distances of tens of kilometers, and low power consumption of end devices (nodes). These properties favor the application of this technology in various fields related to the Internet of Things, such as environmental monitoring. This article presents methodological strategies for implementing and analyzing a wireless sensor network based on LoRaWAN technology in a landfill to promote future monitoring of system variables. Therefore, a radio station consisting of a LoRaWAN gateway was installed. Physical variables that could influence the proper functioning of the network were considered, such as physical location and specification of the LoRaWAN gateway antenna, obstacles between devices and data transmission parameters. Finally, the analysis of the network performance in the landfill indicated that the most significant issue pertains to the shaded areas resulting from the irregular terrain.