A Multi-Criteria Driven Integrated Routing Protocol for IoT Communication in 6G Networks
摘要
The transition to 6G networks introduces advanced requirements for the Internet of Things (IoT), demanding protocols that balance diverse performance criteria in complex environments. This paper presents a multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) routing protocol tailored to optimize IoT communication within 6G networks, specifically addressing latency, energy efficiency, reliability, security, and bandwidth utilization. By leveraging techniques like AHP, TOPSIS, and WSM, the protocol dynamically adapts to varying IoT demands, ensuring responsive and efficient data transmission. Through simulation, we demonstrate the protocol’s superiority over conventional routing methods in high-density and latency-sensitive scenarios, achieving significant improvements in network lifetime, packet delivery ratio, and security resilience. This work provides a robust framework for 6G IoT, facilitating scalable, secure, and energy-conscious communication essential for future smart cities, healthcare, and industrial IoT deployments.