Channel Modeling and Experimental Validation of Odor-Based Molecular Communication Systems

TL;DR

This paper develops and validates comprehensive channel models for odor-based molecular communication systems through theoretical frameworks and experimental testing, enabling more practical deployment in diverse environments.

Contribution

It introduces new mathematical models for bounded and unbounded OMC channels and validates them with a novel experimental testbed, bridging theory and practice.

Findings

Strong correlation between models and experimental data

Validated models improve understanding of odor particle propagation

Provides a foundation for future OMC system design

Abstract

Odor-based Molecular Communication (OMC) employs odor molecules to convey information, contributing to the realization of the Internet of Everything (IoE) vision. Despite this, the practical deployment of OMC systems is currently limited by the lack of comprehensive channel models that accurately characterize particle propagation in diverse environments. While existing literature explores various aspects of molecular transport, a holistic approach that integrates theoretical modeling with experimental validation for bounded channels remains underdeveloped. In this paper, we address this gap by proposing mathematical frameworks for both bounded and unbounded OMC channels. To verify the accuracy of the proposed models, we develop a novel experimental testbed and conduct an extensive performance analysis. Our results demonstrate a strong correlation between the theoretical derivations and experimental data, providing a robust foundation for the design and analysis of future end-to-end OMC systems.