A Comprehensive Approach with Trust-Based Routing, Energy Optimization, and Multi-Routing Protocol for Enhancing Security and Performance in Mobile Ad Hoc Network

Abstract

In this paper, we propose an aggregate solution to boost the security, performance, and resilience of disaster-based comms networks. This involves trust-based routing, energy optimization, and more than one routing protocol to meet the unique requirements of the ever-changing and unpredictable environments facing disasters in this world. The evaluation brings 4.3 Mbps for the average throughput, 34 ms delay with a packet delivery ratio of 96.9%. Also, energy consumption was optimized and the average consumption of 2458 Joules makes sharing power resources an easy exercise even when you are in a disaster-prone zone. Security analysis of the experiments showed on average 2.7 vulnerabilities across different trials with a range from 2 to 5 in severity level. Therefore, robust security mechanisms guard against potential threats, a reminder that disaster situations can befall any person or community. Overall, disaster response performance was good despite the difficult conditions. Further research and development in this area will continue to refine and improve communication systems for disaster preparedness and response efforts.