Retrieval of Spatial Join Pattern Instances from Sensor Networks

  • Authors:
  • Man Lung Yiu;Nikos Mamoulis;Spiridon Bakiras

  • Affiliations:
  • Department of Computer Science, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark 9220;Department of Computer Science, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong;Department of Math. and Comp. Science, John Jay College, City University of New York, New York, USA

  • Venue:
  • Geoinformatica
  • Year:
  • 2009

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Abstract

We study the continuous evaluation of spatial join queries and extensions thereof, defined by interesting combinations of sensor readings (events) that co-occur in a spatial neighborhood. An example of such a pattern is "a high temperature reading in the vicinity of at least four high-pressure readings". We devise protocols for `in-network' evaluation of this class of queries, aiming at the minimization of power consumption. In addition, we develop cost models that suggest the appropriateness of each protocol, based on various factors, including selectivity of query elements, energy requirements for sensing, and network topology. Finally, we experimentally compare the effectiveness of the proposed solutions on an experimental platform that emulates real sensor networks.