DRAGONFLY-INSPIRED OLSR PROTOCOL FOR INTERFERENCE-AWARE SEAMLESS CONNECTIVITY IN FANET

Flying Ad Hoc Networks (FANETs) are vital for various applications, relying on unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for communication in dynamic and challenging environments. Seamless connectivity within FANETs is crucial for uninterrupted data exchange and mission success. However, interference from terrain obstacles, weather conditions, and other UAVs poses significant challenges to routing efficiency. The proposed “Dragonfly-Inspired OLSR Protocol (DO-OLSR)” introduces a novel approach by integrating dragonfly-inspired optimization techniques into the OLSR protocol. This integration minimizes control overhead and route discovery latency, optimizing network performance. The protocol incorporates interference-aware mechanisms that dynamically adapt routing decisions based on real-time environmental conditions, mitigating interference effects. Through simulation-based evaluations, the protocol demonstrates improved network performance, reduced packet loss, and enhanced throughput compared to traditional routing protocols. By dynamically adapting to real-time environmental conditions, the DO-OLSR maintains seamless connectivity while mitigating interference effects, showcasing its potential to enhance overall network reliability and performance in FANETs.