Research on Centroid Localization Method of Underground Space Ground Electrode Current Field Based on RSSI

Aiming to solve the problems of communication interruption caused by the collapse of underground space, this study constructs a strong penetration information transmission system and proposes a centroid localization method based on the received signal strength indication (RSSI) in an underground spa...

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Main Authors: Sirui Chu, Hui Zhao, Zhong Su, Xiangxian Yao, Xibing Gu, Yanke Wang, Zhongao Ling
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author Sirui Chu
Hui Zhao
Zhong Su
Xiangxian Yao
Xibing Gu
Yanke Wang
Zhongao Ling
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Hui Zhao
Zhong Su
Xiangxian Yao
Xibing Gu
Yanke Wang
Zhongao Ling
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description Aiming to solve the problems of communication interruption caused by the collapse of underground space, this study constructs a strong penetration information transmission system and proposes a centroid localization method based on the received signal strength indication (RSSI) in an underground space ground electrode current field. This is applicable to localization in underground space such as subways, mines, tunnels, etc., as well as under the environment of collapse. First, the propagation characteristics of the ground current field signal in underground space are analyzed, and the attenuation model of the ground current field signal is constructed by combining the RSSI ranging method. On this basis, an improved weighted centroid localization algorithm is introduced to improve the localization accuracy and reliability by optimizing the algorithm parameters to cope with the fluctuations and instabilities generated in the signal propagation process. The experimental results show that the proposed localization method achieves an average positioning error of 7.47 m in an underground environment of 10,000 square meters, which is 32.32% less compared with the weighted centroid localization algorithm, and 62.74% less compared with the traditional centroid localization algorithm. This method presents a positioning technology that operates independently in underground spaces, overcoming the limitation of traditional wireless positioning systems, which rely on external transmission links. Its application will provide crucial technical support for life-saving operations in underground environments, acting as the ‘last line of defense’ in rescue missions. By completing the emergency response chain, it will enhance disaster rescue capabilities, offering substantial practical value and promising prospects.
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spelling doaj-art-0486cfa98d8c4cfc9cb58ddc6767becf2025-08-20T02:24:58ZengMDPI AGSensors1424-82202025-05-01259288910.3390/s25092889Research on Centroid Localization Method of Underground Space Ground Electrode Current Field Based on RSSISirui Chu0Hui Zhao1Zhong Su2Xiangxian Yao3Xibing Gu4Yanke Wang5Zhongao Ling6Beijing Key Laboratory of High Dynamic Navigation Technology, Beijing Information Science and Technology University, Beijing100192, ChinaBeijing Key Laboratory of High Dynamic Navigation Technology, Beijing Information Science and Technology University, Beijing100192, ChinaBeijing Key Laboratory of High Dynamic Navigation Technology, Beijing Information Science and Technology University, Beijing100192, ChinaBeijing Key Laboratory of High Dynamic Navigation Technology, Beijing Information Science and Technology University, Beijing100192, ChinaBeijing Key Laboratory of High Dynamic Navigation Technology, Beijing Information Science and Technology University, Beijing100192, ChinaBeijing Key Laboratory of High Dynamic Navigation Technology, Beijing Information Science and Technology University, Beijing100192, ChinaBeijing Key Laboratory of High Dynamic Navigation Technology, Beijing Information Science and Technology University, Beijing100192, ChinaAiming to solve the problems of communication interruption caused by the collapse of underground space, this study constructs a strong penetration information transmission system and proposes a centroid localization method based on the received signal strength indication (RSSI) in an underground space ground electrode current field. This is applicable to localization in underground space such as subways, mines, tunnels, etc., as well as under the environment of collapse. First, the propagation characteristics of the ground current field signal in underground space are analyzed, and the attenuation model of the ground current field signal is constructed by combining the RSSI ranging method. On this basis, an improved weighted centroid localization algorithm is introduced to improve the localization accuracy and reliability by optimizing the algorithm parameters to cope with the fluctuations and instabilities generated in the signal propagation process. The experimental results show that the proposed localization method achieves an average positioning error of 7.47 m in an underground environment of 10,000 square meters, which is 32.32% less compared with the weighted centroid localization algorithm, and 62.74% less compared with the traditional centroid localization algorithm. This method presents a positioning technology that operates independently in underground spaces, overcoming the limitation of traditional wireless positioning systems, which rely on external transmission links. Its application will provide crucial technical support for life-saving operations in underground environments, acting as the ‘last line of defense’ in rescue missions. By completing the emergency response chain, it will enhance disaster rescue capabilities, offering substantial practical value and promising prospects.https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/25/9/2889personnel localizationRSSIcentroid localization algorithmreceived signal strengthground electrode current field
spellingShingle Sirui Chu
Hui Zhao
Zhong Su
Xiangxian Yao
Xibing Gu
Yanke Wang
Zhongao Ling
Research on Centroid Localization Method of Underground Space Ground Electrode Current Field Based on RSSI
Sensors
personnel localization
RSSI
centroid localization algorithm
received signal strength
ground electrode current field
title Research on Centroid Localization Method of Underground Space Ground Electrode Current Field Based on RSSI
title_full Research on Centroid Localization Method of Underground Space Ground Electrode Current Field Based on RSSI
title_fullStr Research on Centroid Localization Method of Underground Space Ground Electrode Current Field Based on RSSI
title_full_unstemmed Research on Centroid Localization Method of Underground Space Ground Electrode Current Field Based on RSSI
title_short Research on Centroid Localization Method of Underground Space Ground Electrode Current Field Based on RSSI
title_sort research on centroid localization method of underground space ground electrode current field based on rssi
topic personnel localization
RSSI
centroid localization algorithm
received signal strength
ground electrode current field
url https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/25/9/2889
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