AUV-Assisted Underwater 6G: Environmental Modeling and Multi-Stage Optimization
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| author | Engin, Mustafa Yavuz Ozdem, Mehmet Bilen, Tuğçe |
| author_facet | Engin, Mustafa Yavuz Ozdem, Mehmet Bilen, Tuğçe |
| contents | This study presents a simulation model for underwater 6G networks, focusing on the optimized placement of sensors, AUVs, and hubs. The network architecture consists of fixed hub stations, mobile autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), and numerous sensor nodes. Environmental parameters such as temperature, salinity, and conductivity are considered in the transmission of electromagnetic signals; signal attenuation and transmission delays are calculated based on physical models. The optimization process begins with K-Means clustering, followed by sequential application of Genetic Algorithm (GA) and Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) to refine the cluster configurations. The simulation includes key network dynamics such as multi-hop data transmission, cluster leader selection, queue management, and traffic load balancing. To compare performance, two distinct scenarios -- one with cluster leaders and one without -- are modeled and visualized through a PyQt5-based real-time graphical interface. The results demonstrate that 6G network architectures in underwater environments can be effectively modeled and optimized by incorporating environmental conditions. |
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| spellingShingle | AUV-Assisted Underwater 6G: Environmental Modeling and Multi-Stage Optimization Engin, Mustafa Yavuz Ozdem, Mehmet Bilen, Tuğçe Networking and Internet Architecture This study presents a simulation model for underwater 6G networks, focusing on the optimized placement of sensors, AUVs, and hubs. The network architecture consists of fixed hub stations, mobile autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), and numerous sensor nodes. Environmental parameters such as temperature, salinity, and conductivity are considered in the transmission of electromagnetic signals; signal attenuation and transmission delays are calculated based on physical models. The optimization process begins with K-Means clustering, followed by sequential application of Genetic Algorithm (GA) and Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) to refine the cluster configurations. The simulation includes key network dynamics such as multi-hop data transmission, cluster leader selection, queue management, and traffic load balancing. To compare performance, two distinct scenarios -- one with cluster leaders and one without -- are modeled and visualized through a PyQt5-based real-time graphical interface. The results demonstrate that 6G network architectures in underwater environments can be effectively modeled and optimized by incorporating environmental conditions. |
| title | AUV-Assisted Underwater 6G: Environmental Modeling and Multi-Stage Optimization |
| topic | Networking and Internet Architecture |
| url | https://arxiv.org/abs/2509.23401 |