WLocator: An Indoor Positioning System

— There exists a multitude of location-sensing systems utilizing wireless technology, though varying in cost, coverage and accuracy. In this paper we will introduce WLocator, a system that aims to strike a balance between these areas. WLocator will provide location information relative to symbolic, user-created “landmarks”. These landmarks are easily created and maintained, thus reducing short and long term costs. Additionally, the unique matching algorithm invoked by WLocator attempts to offer a relatively high level of accuracy, given the low cost of implementing the system.

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2007
• Where: WIMOB
• Authors: Shaun Phillips, Michael Katchabaw, Hanan Lutfiyya
• Keywords: Long Term Costs, Mobile Computing, There Exists, Unique Matching Algorithm, WIMOB 2007